Causes and Impact
Cervical artery dissection is primarily attributed to trauma. The most common cause of trauma is from motor vehicle accidents, but it can also be due to minor injuries and activities like heavy lifting. Dr. Shadi Yaghi from Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, asserts the critical nature of promptly detecting cervical artery dissection to prevent long-term disabilities, poor mental health, and diminished quality of life resulting from non-fatal strokes.
“Cervical artery dissection is an important cause of stroke, especially in people under 50, so it is crucial to detect it right away,” said Dr. Yaghi. “Strokes that are not fatal can lead to long-term disability, poor mental health and reduced quality of life. Our research found a dramatic increase in the number of hospitalizations for cervical artery dissection with rates rising steadily year over year.”
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