What Is Cerebral Infarction?
3. Atheromatous Blockage
Our arteries have smooth linings, and this helps the blood to flow through the channel. If this lining was to somehow become damaged, then particles can begin to accumulate on the lining. This can develop into plaque, which is hard material made of fatty deposits, and blood cells, among other things.
This buildup of materials can begin to impede the flow of blood through the blood vessel, in a condition known as atherosclerosis. This can cause a stroke directly as the flow of blood to the brain becomes blocked. It can also result in a stroke by way of producing a thrombus.
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