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  • Ischemic Stroke

    A type of stroke that occurs when a blood vessel or fatty plaque blocks a blood vessel in the brain.

  • Sudden Cardiac Arrest

    Sudden cardiac arrest occurs when the heart stops pumping, and is a leading cause of death in the United States. Learn about symptoms and treatment.

  • Stroke

    Stroke, a blockage of blood flow to the brain, can cause symptoms ranging from barely noticeable to disabling to death. Fast treatment is vital.

  • Hemorrhagic Stroke

    A hemorrhagic stroke is a neurological emergency that occurs when a blood vessel ruptures and bleeds either inside or on the surface of the brain.

  • Anesthesiology for Heart Bypass

    Cardiac bypass surgery presents special risks related to limited blood flow to the heart. Yale Medicine anesthesiologists have expertise in this area.

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