Blocking of a blood vessel in the SKULL by an EMBOLUS which can be a blood clot (THROMBUS) or other undissolved material in the blood stream. Most emboli are of cardiac origin and are associated with HEART DISEASES. Other non-cardiac sources of emboli are usually associated with VASCULAR DISEASES.
Also Known As:
Brain Emboli; Cerebral Emboli; Brain Embolus; Cerebral Embolus; Emboli, Brain; Emboli, Cerebral; Embolism, Cerebral; Embolus, Brain; Embolus, Cerebral; Brain Embolism; Cerebral Embolism; Embolism, Brain; Embolism, Intracranial