Isolated brachiocephalic artery dissection presenting as acute stroke.
Publication/Presentation Date
8-27-2015
Abstract
Isolated brachiocephalic artery dissection is an extremely rare condition. Its presentation as an acute stroke can pose a significant diagnostic challenge in patients because of its rarity. We present a case of isolated spontaneous brachiocephalic artery dissection presenting as acute cerebrovascular accident. This case also illustrates the treatment dilemma brachiocephalic artery dissection can present, whether to choose antithrombotic/anticoagulation therapy and/or surgery, and also the dilemma in blood pressure management.
Volume
2015
ISSN
1757-790X
Published In/Presented At
Mani, H., & Ahluwalia, S. (2015). Isolated brachiocephalic artery dissection presenting as acute stroke. BMJ case reports, 2015, bcr2014208815. https://doi.org/10.1136/bcr-2014-208815
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
26315357
Department(s)
Fellows and Residents
Document Type
Article