Cerebral small vessel disease: Key points for all healthcare professionals to consider
Cerebral small vessel disease (cSVD) is a very common brain condition that affects many older adults. It's often found by chance on brain scans, and it can cause damage to the brain over time, leading to problems with thinking, memory, and walking. In fact, cSVD is a major contributor to strokes and dementia. The tricky thing is, many people with cSVD don't show obvious symptoms, so they might have subtle problems that aren't noticed or diagnosed.
