Cerebral Embolism

Cerebral embolism is occlusion of a cerebral artery by an embolus (cardioembolic from AF, artery-to-artery from carotid disease, or other source), causing ischemic stroke. Clinical: sudden focal deficits. Treatment: urgent brain imaging; reperfusion (IV thrombolysis within window, mechanical thrombectomy for large-vessel occlusion); identify and treat the embolic source (AF anticoagulation, carotid endarterectomy/stenting); secondary stroke prevention; rehab.

Common Symptoms

Sudden focal deficits; cardioembolic source (AF); sudden onset; by vascular territory

Causes and Pathogenesis

Embolus from heart/artery occludes a cerebral artery, causing ischemic infarction.

Treatment

Urgent imaging; thrombolysis/thrombectomy; treat source (AF anticoag/carotid); secondary prevention; rehab

Preventive Measures

Anticoagulate AF; treat carotid disease; control risk factors.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Neurology-Emergency department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.