Large vessel occlusion stroke due to dislodged aortic valve calcification revealed by imaging and histopathology

The search for aetiology in ischemic stroke represents one of the most challenging, costly and critical issues to set up adequate secondary prevention strategies. However, despite extensive clinical examinations, up to one-third of ischemic strokes have no established cause (cryptogenic stroke) [1]. In patients with two or more potential risk factors for stroke, final aetiology often cannot be properly defined. Moreover, even when a major risk factor is present, e.g., atrial fibrillation or atherosclerotic vessel stenosis, stroke aetiology often remains presumptive.
Source: Journal of the Neurological Sciences - Category: Neurology Authors: Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research