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CADASIL is an
inherited form of stroke and other impairments. This condition affects small blood
vessels, mainly in the brain. An abnormality in the muscle cells surrounding these blood
vessels (vascular smooth muscle cells) gradually destroys the blood vessel cells. The
resulting blood vessel damage can lead to migraines, emotional and mental disorders,
stroke-like episodes, dementia, and other impairments of normal brain function. Patients
with CADASIL are also at increased risk of heart attack (myocardial infarction) because of
damaged blood vessels in the heart. Most patients with CADASIL do not have the common risk
factors for stroke and heart attack, such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol,
although in some cases these features may also be present. (http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition=cadasil)
Within this site,
you will find information about characteristics associated with CADASIL and be able to
educate yourself, families members and the medical community. Information about the CADASIL REGISTRY, most recent
research, newsletters, pending conference, doctor locator and links to other sites of
interest are also contained inside this website.
Our Mission, Vision and Values
Our Mission:
We
are devoted to promoting awareness, support and research for this rare genetic disease
including patients, families, friends and healthcare providers. Creating a communication
network among families and identifying sources of medical care and social services.
Our
Vision:
An
environment where affordable diagnosis and up-to-date care is readily available with cost
effective treatment for everyone.
Our
Values:
Families,
Advocacy, Medical Technology, Innovations, Loyalty, Integrity,
Ethical Practices, and Service to Society, which spells out FAMILIES.
Best Wishies - CADASIL Board of Directors |
Revised: April 11, 2008
CADASIL Together We Have Hope Non Profit Organization
3605 Monument Drive
Round Rock, Texas 78681
info@cadasilfoundation.org
1 877-519-HOPE
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