Strokesaurus

Word	Definition
Lacunar Infarction	A blockage in the tiny blood vessels deep within the brain which causes an ischaemic stroke. For similar information see Types of stroke Lacunar infarction is a blockage deep inside your brain. Tiny blood vessels can get blocked. This is what causes an ischaemic stroke. See Types of stroke
Lobe	The brain is made up of different areas called lobes. Each lobe controls a different function in the body. See Brain and Arteries A lobe is an area of the brain. A lobe controls a function of the body. Each lobe has a different function. See Brain and Arteries
Locomotion	Getting from place to place by walking, using a wheelchair, climbing stairs, etc. For similar information see Leg functioning Locomotion means moving from one place to another. This might be: Walking Using a wheelchair Climbing stairs See Leg functioning
Low Density Lipoprotein	Also known as the bad cholesterol. A compound consisting of a lipid and a protein that carries the majority of the total cholesterol in the blood and deposits the excess along the inside of arterial walls. For similar information see Prevention Low density lipoprotein is a type of particle in your body. It is also known as ‘bad cholesterol’. It carries fats to cells and artery walls. See Prevention

Lacunar Infarction