“…4 Arterial diseases (i.e., cardiac congenital or acquired), arteriopathies (e.g., structural anomalies), vascular diseases (e.g., vasculitides), traumatic events, genetic syndromes, metabolic disorders, and hematologic disorders (e.g., sickle cell, hypercoagulability) are common risk factors for PAIS. 5 Children who have experienced head and neck trauma are at an increased risk of developing arterial ischemic event subsequent to dissection of the carotid or vertebral arteries. Hyperextension or rotational injuries sustained during minor head trauma, motor vehicle accidents, strenuous sports-related activities can all result in arterial strokes.…”