Pediatric Stroke

J Korean Neurosurg Soc. 2015 Jun;57(6):396-400. doi: 10.3340/jkns.2015.57.6.396. Epub 2015 Jun 30.

Abstract

Pediatric stroke is relatively rare but may lead to significant morbidity and mortality. Along with the advance of brain imaging technology and clinical awareness, diagnosis of pediatric stroke is increasing wordwide. Pediatric stroke differs from adults in variable risk factor/etiologies, diverse and nonspecific clinical presentation depending on ages. This review will be discussed pediatric stroke focusing on their clinical presentations, diagnosis and etiologies/risk factors.

Keywords: Clinical; Diagnosis; Etiology; Pediatric; Risk factors; Stroke.

Publication types

  • Review