Strokesaurus
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Magnetic Resonance Angiogram |
A test that takes a picture of the blood vessels in the brain using magnetic signals and a computer.
For similar information see Procedures Magnetic resonance angiogram is a type of medical test.
See Procedures |
Magnetic Resonance Imaging |
A type of scan that uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves, instead of X-rays, to take detailed pictures of the inside of the body, including the brain.
For similar information see Procedures Magnetic resonance imaging is a type of medical test.
See Procedures |
Massive Stroke |
Also known as a major stroke. Not a type of stroke but describes the degree of damage caused.
For similar information see Types of stroke Massive stroke is a stroke that does a lot of damage.
See Types of stroke |
Medullar |
Also known as the medullar oblongata. The lowest part of the brainstem, containing the cardiac, respiratory, vomiting and vasomotor centers.
For similar information see Brain and Cognitive The medullar is an area in your brain.
It is also called the medullar oblongata.
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Mild stroke |
Also known as a minor stroke. Not a type of stroke but describes the degree of damage caused. It is not a TIA, which used to be known as a mini-stroke.
For similar information see Types of stroke Mild stroke is a stroke that does only a small amount of damage.
See Types of stroke |
Mini-stroke |
An old term for a transient ischaemic attack (TIA).
For similar information see Types of stroke A mini-stroke is an old term for a transient ischaemic attack (TIA).
See Types of stroke |
Mobility |
The ability to move, for example, walking, standing up, moving from one chair to another.
For similar information see Leg functioning Mobility means being able to move.
See Leg functioning |
MRI Scan |
MRI stands for magnetic resonance imaging.
See Procedures |
Multi-Infarct Dementia |
Multi-infarct dementia is caused by a series of small strokes. It permanently affects memory, thinking, language, judgment, and behaviour.
For similar information see Types of stroke Multi-infarct dementia is damage to your mind caused by a series of small strokes.
See Types of stroke |
Muscle Tone |
Muscle tone refers to the amount of tension in a muscle. Muscle tone allows us to keep our bodies in a certain position. Changes in muscle tone allow us to move. Stroke can result in abnormally low tone (hypotonia) or high tone (hypertonia). Muscle tone means the tension in a muscle. |