1. Headaches attributed to cranial and cervical artery dissections.
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Doukhi D, Debette S, and Mawet J
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- Humans, Carotid Artery, Internal, Dissection complications, Carotid Artery, Internal, Dissection diagnosis, Carotid Artery, Internal, Dissection etiology, Headache etiology, Headache diagnosis, Vertebral Artery Dissection complications, Vertebral Artery Dissection diagnosis, Vertebral Artery Dissection etiology
- Abstract
Headache is a common neurological symptom, often leading to the investigation of secondary causes, including cerebrovascular conditions such as cranial and cervical artery dissection (CCAD). CCAD, a significant cause of stroke in younger adults, commonly presents with headache or neck pain, isolated or accompanied by neurological deficits, and may mimic primary headache disorders, complicating timely diagnosis. This review explores the role of headache in CCAD, specifically addressing headache as an initial presentation, its evolution post-dissection, and as a potential risk factor of CCAD. By synthesizing current evidence, the review aims to improve early detection and clinical management of CCAD in headache patients., Competing Interests: Declarations. Ethics approval and consent to participate: Not applicable. Consent for publication: Not applicable. Competing interests: DD has no competing interests; SB has no competing interests; JM has received financial supports for boards and meeting presentations from Lilly, Abbvie, TEVA, Lundbeck, Pfizer and Orion Pharma. He has received travel fees for congress from Ipsen Pharmaceuticals, Abbvie, Lundbeck, SOS Oxygen and Dr Reddy’s., (© 2025. The Author(s).)
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- 2025
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