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Types of cva

Hemorrhagic
Hemorrhagic

Hemorrhagic stroke is caused by a rupture in a weakened blood vessel in the brain. Hemorrhagic stroke is rarer than an ischemic stroke, making up only 13 percent of all strokes. Learn about treatment options for the best chance of long-term recovery.

Hemorrhagic Stroke
Hemorrhagic Stroke

Hemorrhagic stroke is caused by a rupture in a weakened blood vessel in the brain. Hemorrhagic stroke is rarer than an ischemic stroke, making up only 13 percent of all strokes. Learn about treatment options for the best chance of long-term recovery.

Ischemic
Ischemic

Ischemic (“is-skeem-ic”) stroke occurs when an artery to the brain is blocked. The brain depends on its arteries to bring fresh blood from the heart and lungs. The blood carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain, and takes away carbon dioxide and cellular waste.

Ischemic Stroke
Ischemic Stroke

There are two main types of cerebrovascular accident, or stroke: an ischemic stroke is caused by a blockage; a hemorrhagic stroke is caused by the rupture of a blood vessel. Both types of stroke deprive part of the brain of blood and oxygen, causing brain cells to die.

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TIA
TIA

A TIA, on the other hand, is similar to a stroke mainly because it can also be caused by an occlusion that is diet -related. The main difference between a CVA and a TIA, however, is the duration. A TIA only lasts for 24 hours.

Transient Ischemic Attack
Transient Ischemic Attack

The symptoms are similar to an ischemic stroke, but TIA symptoms usually last less than five minutes with an average of about a minute. When a TIA is over, that particular blockage usually causes no permanent injury to the brain.