Definition
A sudden loss of consciousness followed by paralysis which is caused by hemorrhage into the brain, formulation of a blood clot or mass of undissolved matter in the blood that occludes an artery, or rupture of an extracerebral artery causing hemorrhaging in the membranes which enclose the brain and spinal cord.
URL Name
YF-3000-8200
Third Level Code
YF-3000
Taxonomy Code
YF-3000.8200
Parent Code
YF-3000
Family Code
Y
Second Level Code
YF
Fourth Level Code
YF-3000-8200
Use References
Brain Attacks, Cardiovascular Accidents, CVA
Publication Status
Online