For Cerebrovascular Disease we have terms and definitions in 4 topics. The topics are Diabetes, Medical, Women's Health and Womens Health.

Cerebrovascular Disease (Diabetes)

Damage to the blood vessels in the brain, resulting in a stroke. The blood vessels become blocked because of fat deposits or they become thick and hard, blocking the flow of blood to the brain. Sometimes, the blood vessels may burst, resulting in a hemorrhagic stroke. People with diabetes are at higher risk of cerebrovascular disease.See also: Macrovascular disease; stroke.

Cerebrovascular Disease (Medical)

A disease affecting any artery supplying blood to the brain; may cause blockage or rupture of a blood vessel, leading to a stroke

Cerebrovascular Disease (Women's Health)

Disease of the blood vessels in the brain.

Cerebrovascular Disease (Womens Health)

Disease of the blood vessels in the brain.

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