Stroke.
Sudden interruption of blood supply to the brain, causing brain cell death. Can be ischemic (blocked artery) or hemorrhagic (bleeding). Atrial fibrillation is a leading cause of ischemic stroke, which is why anticoagulation is prescribed.
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What is stroke?
Sudden interruption of blood supply to the brain, causing brain cell death. Can be ischemic (blocked artery) or hemorrhagic (bleeding). Atrial fibrillation is a leading cause of ischemic stroke, which is why anticoagulation is prescribed.
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