Cervical artery dissection
Cervical Artery Dissection (pronunciation: sər-ˈvi-kəl ˈär-tə-rē də-ˈsek-shən) is a medical condition involving a tear in the arterial wall of the neck, specifically in the carotid or vertebral arteries. This condition can lead to stroke due to the interruption of blood flow to the brain.
Etymology
The term "Cervical Artery Dissection" is derived from the Latin "cervix" meaning neck, "arteria" meaning windpipe, and the Latin "dissectio" meaning a cutting apart.
Symptoms
Symptoms of Cervical Artery Dissection can vary greatly depending on the severity of the dissection and the specific artery affected. Common symptoms include headache, neck pain, Horner's syndrome, and stroke symptoms such as facial droop, speech impairment, and weakness on one side of the body.
Causes
Cervical Artery Dissection can be caused by physical trauma to the neck, such as a sudden twist or blow. However, it can also occur spontaneously or as a result of certain medical conditions that weaken the arterial wall, such as fibromuscular dysplasia or Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Cervical Artery Dissection typically involves a combination of clinical examination, imaging studies such as MRI, CT, or angiography, and sometimes blood tests.
Treatment
Treatment for Cervical Artery Dissection aims to prevent stroke and may include anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapy, surgery, or endovascular therapy.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cervical artery dissection
- Wikipedia's article - Cervical artery dissection
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