NIHSeniorHealth: Stroke

About Stroke Effects of a Stroke Warning Signs of Stroke Risk Factors for Stroke Prevention and Diagnosis Medications Surgery and Vascular Procedures Rehabilitation After Stroke Research Frequently Asked Questions Videos MedlinePlus for More Information Printer friendly version		Stroke Frequently Asked Questions 16. Which surgeries and vascular interventions are used to treat stroke? Surgery can be used to prevent stroke, to treat stroke, or to repair damage to the blood vessels or malformations in and around the brain. (Answer continues on next page.)

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