Stroke Secondary to Atherosclerosis treatment in Tlalpan

A stroke secondary to atherosclerosis is an interruption of blood flow to a part of the brain caused by the hardening and narrowing of the arteries due to the buildup of plaque.

Common symptoms: It may appear suddenly with weakness or numbness on one side of the body, difficulty speaking, vision changes, intense dizziness, or loss of balance.

When is it an emergency? When these signs appear suddenly, it is a situation that requires immediate care; every moment counts.

Which specialists treat it? In the acute phase the emergency physician steps in, while the neurologist and the neurosurgeon take part in the assessment and follow-up. Recognizing the signs in time and seeking emergency help is the most important thing.