The risk of stroke in cancer patients can be attributed to multiple factors:
Hypercoagulability: Cancer can increase the propensity of blood to clot, which can lead to stroke. Chemotherapy and Radiation Therapy: These treatments can damage blood vessels and increase the risk of clot formation. Tumor Embolism: Tumors can shed fragments that travel through the bloodstream and block arteries in the brain. Paraneoplastic Syndromes: These are a group of rare disorders triggered by an abnormal immune response to a cancerous tumor. Infection: Infections common in cancer patients can lead to inflammation and increased stroke risk.
