News tagged with middle cerebral artery


Shift of language function to right hemisphere impedes post-stroke aphasia recovery

In a study designed to differentiate why some stroke patients recover from aphasia and others do not, investigators have found that a compensatory reorganization of language function to right hemispheric brain regions bodes ...

Neuroscience created Apr 04, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Activation of cortical type 2 cannabinoid receptors ameliorates ischemic brain injury

A new study published in the March issue of The American Journal of Pathology suggests that cortical type 2 cannabinoid (CB2) receptors might serve as potential therapeutic targets for cerebral ischemia.

Medical research created Feb 21, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Brain angioplasty and stents found safe and effective for stroke patients

Some stroke patients may benefit from cerebral angioplasty and stent placement, according to a new study published online in the journal Radiology.

Cardiology created Dec 11, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Risk of rupture increases with size of cerebral aneurysm

(HealthDay) -- The natural course of unruptured cerebral aneurysms varies according to their size, location, and shape, according to a study published in the June 28 issue of the New England Journal of Me ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Jun 28, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0