Types of stroke
Find out more about the different types of stroke and why they happen.
Find out more about the different types of stroke and why they happen.
Resource type: Information leaflet
Publication type: Stroke information
Most strokes happen because of a blockage in an artery. A common cause of this is disease in the large carotid arteries in the front of your neck. This guide explains what can cause carotid artery disease and how it can be treated.
High blood pressure is one of the biggest risk factors for stroke. It is a contributing factor in around half of all strokes.
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