Bradley Kimberly R
Civil Aerospace Medical Institute, USA.
Aviat Space Environ Med. 2007 May;78(5):530-1.
Atrial septal defects are a frequent finding in young persons with strokes. New research now suggests migraines with aura may also be associated with these types of cardiac defects and that surgical treatment may result in a decrease or resolution of migraines. This case emphasizes the importance of a thorough evaluation of airmen with migraines, particularly migraines with aura.
