Transient ischemic attack (TIA)
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Transient ischemic attack (TIA)
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During a transient ischemic attack (TIA), blood flow to part of the brain is temporarily blocked or reduced, often by a blood clot. This causes the same symptoms as a stroke, but after a few minutes, blood flow is restored and the symptoms go away.
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| Primary Medical Reviewer | Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | Karin M. Lindholm, DO - Neurology |
| Last Updated | May 23, 2007 |
| Last updated: | May 23, 2007 |
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| Reviewed By: | Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine, Karin M. Lindholm, DO - Neurology |
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