Lateral medullary syndrome, or Wallenberg’s syndrome, results from vascular obstruction in the posterior inferior cerebellar artery (PICA). Adolf Wallenberg, a well-known German neurologist, coined the term in 1895. The PICA supplies blood to the medulla oblongata and cerebellum. When there is a blockage in this cerebellar artery, patients start to experience discomfort, often referred to as an ischemic stroke.
According to a United States report, nearly 85% of people suffer from ischemic stroke, out of which 25% are due to posterior circulation. Men with an average age of 60, a history of diabetes mellitus and high blood pressure, and those who smoke or consume alcohol are at a higher risk. Radiological examinations, routine blood investigations, and cardiological exams can accurately diagnose the disease. ##Disclaimer## The content provided on Docplexus is intended for educational…
