Is lacunar infarction considered a stroke?
Updated on May 03, 2025
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Lacunar stroke is a type of stroke, mainly characterized by the blockage of small blood vessels, comprising 21 syndromes.
There are motor types, sensory types, mixed types, as well as those combined with speech disorders, swallowing disorders, and unstable walking. If it progresses to become severe or worsens, it can also include dementia and significant cognitive impairment, all of which fall under the category of stroke.
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