Cervical artery dissection: Trauma and other potential mechanical trigger events

Conclusion:
PCT seems to be an important environmental determinant of CeAD, but was not an independent outcome predictor. Because of the characteristics of most PCTs, the term mechanical trigger event rather than trauma may be more appropriate.

Source: Neurology - May 20, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: Engelter, S. T., Grond-Ginsbach, C., Metso, T. M., Metso, A. J., Kloss, M., Debette, S., Leys, D., Grau, A., Dallongeville, J., Bodenant, M., Samson, Y., Caso, V., Pezzini, A., Bonati, L. H., Thijs, V., Gensicke, H., Martin, J. J., Bersano, A., Touze, E., Tags: Stroke in young adults, Other trauma, Carotid artery dissection ARTICLE Source Type: research