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  • Emergency Medicine
  • Vascular Surgery

Background:

  • Cervical artery dissection (CeAD) is a rare but serious cause of stroke, particularly in younger individuals.
  • It can lead to severe outcomes such as cerebral ischemia, stroke, blindness, or death.
  • This review addresses a gap in emergency medicine literature regarding CeAD.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the epidemiology, pathophysiology, risk factors, and clinical presentation of extracranial CeAD in adults.
  • To explore recent research on diagnosing CeAD.
  • To evaluate current treatment options and summarize the prognosis of CeAD.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive literature search was conducted on MEDLINE/PubMed, Embase, and other databases.
  • Search terms included "cervical artery," "vertebral artery," and "carotid artery dissection."
  • The review focused on articles published from January 1, 2010, to February 28, 2015, and other relevant literature.

Main Results:

  • CeAD is likely caused by multifactorial processes and should be suspected in patients with risk factors, a history of minor trauma, and relevant symptoms.
  • Diagnosis is typically confirmed using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or computed tomography angiography (CTA).
  • Treatment aims to prevent complications like recurrent stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA) using antiplatelets, anticoagulants, or surgical/endovascular interventions.

Conclusions:

  • CeAD is an uncommon but significant cause of stroke, especially in young adults.
  • Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are crucial for preventing adverse outcomes.
  • The overall prognosis for CeAD patients is generally good with appropriate management.