We believe that the patient, the patient's family and the patient's physician are partners in care with us. Working together, we can devise a treatment and rehabilitation plan that meets the unique needs and circumstances of each individual patient. Now is a time of great excitement in this field and we are committed to bringing our patients the earliest possible exposure to advances in treatment and prevention . . . The Yale Cerebrovascular Center was established to assist patients who are either in the acute phase of a stroke or who may be at risk of having one. Our team of medical specialists is internationally recognized for their expertise in treating these conditions.
Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of disability.
A stroke is caused by a sudden decrease in the flow of blood to the brain which, deprived of its normal supply, can rapidly become damaged. Other cerebrovascular diseases weaken the blood vessels feeding the brain and can result, if untreated, in hemorrhaging in the brain. Although the symptoms of a stroke can vary widely, certain signs may require immediate medical attention. A major focus of the Yale Cerebrovascular Center is stroke prevention. Patients who are thought to be at risk are evaluated in our offices in the Yale Physicians Building.