Cerebral Thrombosis

Cerebral thrombosis is in-situ thrombosis of a cerebral or precerebral artery (usually at an atherosclerotic plaque) causing ischemic stroke. Clinical: gradual-onset focal deficits, often during rest/sleep. Treatment: urgent brain imaging; antiplatelet (aspirin/clopidogrel); reperfusion (thrombolysis/thrombectomy within window); statin; control BP/lipids/diabetes; carotid intervention if applicable; rehab; secondary stroke prevention.

Common Symptoms

Gradual-onset focal deficits; during rest/sleep; atherosclerotic risk factors; by vascular territory

Causes and Pathogenesis

Atherosclerotic plaque rupture causes in-situ thrombosis and arterial occlusion.

Treatment

Imaging; antiplatelet; reperfusion if within window; statin; control risk factors; rehab; secondary prevention

Preventive Measures

Control HTN/lipids/DM; no smoking; antiplatelet/statin; treat carotid disease.

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.