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[Hemodynamic TIA associated with severe anemia--a case report]
1Fourth Department of Internal Medicine, Aichi Medical University, Nagakute, Japan.
No to Shinkei = Brain and Nerve
|September 1, 1994
Summary
Severe anemia, potentially from chronic bleeding, accelerated transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) in a patient with significant carotid and vertebral artery stenosis. Anemia correction resolved TIAs, suggesting a hemodynamic mechanism.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Hematology
- Vascular Medicine
Background:
- Recurrent transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) can be caused by cerebrovascular stenosis.
- Severe anemia can compromise oxygen delivery to the brain.