cerebral hemorrhage

any bleeding into the brain tissue due to a damaged blood vessel. The cause may be cerebrovascular disease, a ruptured aneurysm, a penetrating injury or blow to the head, or other factors. The neurological effects vary with the extent of the hemorrhage. Also called intracerebral hemorrhage. See hemorrhagic stroke.

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May 10th 2024

health professional

an individual who has received advanced training or education in a health-related field, such as direct patient care, administration, or ancillary services.