About The Medical Condition Spontaneous Vertebral Artery Dissection

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Spontaneous Vertebral Artery Dissection

Spontaneous Vertebral Artery Dissection Medical Condition Defined & Explained
Spontaneous Vertebral Artery Dissection Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Spontaneous Vertebral Artery Dissection?

Dissection of the wall of the vertebral artery, leading to the formation of an aneurysm that may occlude the vessel. Thrombus formation may occur and give rise to emboli. Cervical fractures or related NECK INJURIES and CRANIOCEREBRAL TRAUMA are commonly associated conditions, although this process may occur spontaneously. Ischemia, infarction, and hemorrhage in the vascular distribution of the affected vertebral artery may complicate this condition.

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