How do Strokes Cause Neurological Damage?
All tissues in the body depend upon blood flow in order to remain alive. Strokes, particularly those caused by a blocked artery (ischemic stroke) or by a burst blood vessel in the brain (hemorrhagic stroke) can stop abruptly end blood flow and thus oxygenation of the tissues. Just as we need to breathe keep alive, the tissues in our body need the oxygen provided by blood to stay alive. Strokes, unfortunately, can quickly cause neurological damage because brain tissue is deprived of oxygen.
