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Ictus e TIA

Un ictus happens when part of your brain doesn't get enough blood, either by a blockage or bleeding. A TIA (transient ischemic attack) is a temporary disruption of blood flow to the brain. It is often called a mini-stroke.

Playlist: Ictus e TIA

6 video

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What is a stroke?

Dr Sarah Jarvis MBE, FRCGP

01:38

What is a stroke?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis MBE, FRCGP

1;58

Spotting the signs of a stroke

Dr. Sarah Jarvis MBE, FRCGP

1:00

How can you prevent stroke ?

Dr. Krishna Vakharia, MRCGP

0:44

What is a mini-stroke?

Victoria Crudo

1:02

What are the signs of a mini-stroke?

Victoria Crudo

1:17

How to prevent a mini-stroke

Victoria Crudo

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