A 28 years old male, who was known case of mitral valvular hea disease developed weakness on right side of body which gradually recovered completely over a period of 2 weeks. Blood pressure of the patient was normal and laboratory studies did not reveal any significant abnormality What Is the diagnosis?
Correct Answer: Ischemic stroke
Description: Ischemic stroke occurs when a blood clot blocks or plugs an aery leading to the brain. A blood clot often forms in aeries damaged by the buildup of plaques (atherosclerosis). It can occur in the carotid aery of the neck as well as other aeries. Ref Harrison20th edition pg 2433
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