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Author Spotlight: Assessing Ischemic Stroke Damage Through Middle Cerebral Artery Occlusion Model
Published on: August 11, 2023
[Atypical aura caused by a stroke in a 42-year-old man with migraine with aura]
Sahla El Mahdaoui1, Christian Stenør, Christina Kruuse
1sahla.el.mahdaoui@regionh.dk, sahla.el.mahdaoui@gmail.com.
Abstract:
Ischaemic stroke in persons with migraine may present with aura-like symptoms. In this case report a 42-year-old man with migraine with aura presented with a change in usual aura including visual loss and disorientation. A brain MRI revealed ischaemic stroke in precuneus compatible with these symptoms. We discuss the pathophysiology, the causes and the secondary prophylaxis in persons with migraine with aura and stroke.
Insights
Migraine with aura can mimic stroke symptoms. This case report details a patient with migraine experiencing stroke-like symptoms, confirmed by MRI, highlighting the importance of accurate diagnosis and management.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Neuroscience
- Stroke Medicine
Background:
- Migraine with aura is a common neurological disorder.
- Aura-like symptoms in migraine can sometimes overlap with transient ischemic attack (TIA) or stroke symptoms.
- Differentiating between migraine aura and cerebrovascular events is crucial for appropriate patient management.
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