The spectrum of migraine in 306 patients with cadasil

In conclusion, the spectrum of migraine in CADASIL differs from that in the general population. Acute encephalopathy is a common feature of CADASIL and usually evolves from a migraine episode. Non-migraneurs have a higher risk of developing stroke, however the reasons for this are not well understood.
Source: Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry - Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Tags: Headache (including migraine), Stroke ABN abstracts 2015 ABN Annual Meeting, 10 September 2015, Institute of Education, London Source Type: research