Stroke unit
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What can we help you with?
At the stroke unit, patients are continuously monitored after a stroke or CVA and receive specialized and professional care by a multidisciplinary team. This team includes specialised doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, speech therapists, psychologists, occupational therapists and social services staff.
What is a stroke?
A CVA or stroke occurs when blood flow in part of the brain is interrupted by bleeding or a clot. As a result, certain brain cells do not receive enough oxygen, which can cause them to die.
In 80% of the cases, it is a blood vessel that clogs up due to a clot. We then speak of a cerebral infarction (brain infarction). The remaining 20% involve a blood vessel that ruptures, causing blood to accumulate in the brain. Here we speak of a cerebral haemorrhage (brain haemorrhage). The nature and severity of the symptoms depend greatly on the location, size and cause of the infarction or haemorrhage.
Recognize a stroke
By taking the FAST test below, you can quickly recognize a stroke. Then react quickly and call 112 (in Europe), because every minute counts. The faster help comes, the more brain tissue can be saved and the greater the chance of recovery.
