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ischemic versus hemorrhagic stroke

damage in the brain causing an ischemic stroke and a hemorrhagic stroke.

an ischemic stroke happens when a blood vessel (artery) supplying blood to an area of the brain becomes blocked by a blood clot.

a hemorrhagic stroke happens when an artery in the brain leaks or bursts (ruptures).

current as of: august 6, 2023

author: healthwise staff
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