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Is an embolism the cause of a stroke?

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Dr. Christopher White answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Yes: Cerebrovascular embolism of a clot, plaque, tumor, valvular vegetation, or air bubble can cause a stroke by blocking a small brain artery which deprives a portion of the brain tissue its oxygen supply resulting in stroke.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 9/23/2016

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