Scientists discovered that fatty deposits don't cause lacunar ischemic stroke, accounting for 25% of UK strokes annually. This challenges existing treatment approaches and offers new insights into stroke prevention.
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Artery widening, not blockages, linked to common stroke
Lacunar Ischemic Stroke Stroke type affected
~25% percent Proportion of UK ischemic strokes
Fatty Deposit Buildup Causes Lacunar Stroke Previous assumption
Artery Widening, Not Blockages, Is The Cause New finding
~25% Of UK Ischemic Strokes lacunar ischemic strokes caused by artery widening