A case of paradoxical brain embolism presenting as a typical lacunar stroke

Gian Paolo Anzola, F. Casilli, E. Onorato

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DOI: 10.4236/health.2011.34044                

Abstract

A 59 year old white male presented with a clinical picture typical of lacunar stroke. However, a thorough diagnostic work up showed that the most probable mechanism of stroke was paradoxical brain embolism through a patent foramen ovale. The clinical-neuroradiological mismatch that ultimately lead to the correct interpretation is discussed.

Keywords

Lacunar Stroke; Patent Foramen Ovale

Conflicts of Interest

The authors declare no conflicts of interest.

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