transient ischaemic attack

noun

Meaning

A temporary cessation or reduction of blood supply to part of the brain, resulting in brief neurologic dysfunction that usually persists for less than 24 hours.

Related words

ischaemia(English)tet spell(English)hemorrhagic stroke(English)pre-syncope(English)pseudostatus(English)thrombembolism(English)multiinfarct(English)endoarteritis(English)

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