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

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences

PubMedID

26315357

Department(s)

Fellows and Residents

Document Type

Article

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