What Is Embolic Stroke?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
1. What Does Embolic Stroke Mean?
This type of stroke is caused by an emboli, which is a blockage of blood flow to the brain. As a type of ischemic stroke, an embolic stroke drastically affects brain blood flow. If the blockage continues for more than a few minutes, then brain cells begin to die.
The symptoms, seriousness and treatment options vary on the location and severity of the blockage. Learn more about the causes and symptoms and don’t hesitate to contact a doctor if you or someone you know has one or more symptoms of an embolic stroke.
