Cerebral autosomal dominant arteriopathy with subcortical
infarcts and leukoencephalopathy, usually called CADASIL, is an inherited condition that
causes stroke and other impairments. This condition affects blood flow in small blood
vessels, particularly in the brain. An abnormality in the muscle cells surrounding these
blood vessels (vascular smooth muscle cells) gradually destroys these cells. The resulting
blood vessel damage can cause migraines and other impairments of normal brain function.
Later in life, the damaged blood vessels can cause reduced blood flow to various tissues
in the body (ischemia). Although the severity of symptoms varies among those affected,
people with CADASIL typically have more than one stroke in their lifetime. Recurrent
strokes can progressively damage the brain, causing loss of intellectual function
(dementia).
CADASIL
is not associated with the common risk factors for stroke and heart attack, such as high
blood pressure and high cholesterol, although some affected individuals might also have
these health problems. Reference: http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition=cadasil
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might be interested.
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Welcome
Brochure
Fact
Sheet
Definition
Sheet
Emergency
Sheet
Within this site, you will find information about characteristics associated with
CADASIL and be able to educate yourself, family members and the medical community. You will also find information about the CADASIL
REGISTRY, most recent research, newsletters, pending conferences, a doctor locator and
links to other sites of interest.
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.
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Best
Wishes - CADASIL Board of Directors
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Revised: October 25, 2009
info@cadasilfoundation.org
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