At Georgia Brain & Spine Center
A stroke is damage to the brain due to lack of adequate blood flow. This can occur due to obstruction of an artery (occlusive cerebrovascular disease) or because of the rupture of a blood vessel (intracerebral hemorrhage). Based on the size, type, and location of the stroke, symptoms may vary widely.
Stroke and Intracerebral Hemorrhage Treatment
Most strokes and intracerebral hemorrhages are treated by a neurologist. However, if a stroke or intracerebral hemorrhage is very large and causing a life-threatening increase in pressure inside the head, a neurosurgeon might be called to evaluate the possibility of performing an operation to decompress the brain. This is a sensitive topic that we will discuss with you and your family directly.