Stroke

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-011486",
  "term": "Stroke",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A medical condition resulting from an interruption of blood supply to a part of the brain, leading to brain cell damage or death. This can occur due to a blockage (ischemic stroke) or rupture (hemorrhagic stroke) of a blood vessel. Symptoms depend on the affected brain region and can include sudden weakness, numbness, or speech difficulties.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "brain"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2015, 87, 841. 'IUPAC Glossary of terms used in neurotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2015)' on page 907 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-0103)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/stroke/"
}