transient ischemic attack

== English == === Alternative forms === transient ischaemic attack (UK) === Noun === transient ischemic attack (plural transient ischemic attacks) (medicine) A temporary cessation or reduction of blood supply to part of the brain, resulting in brief neurologic dysfunction that usually persists for less than 24 hours. ==== Synonyms ==== mini stroke (colloquial) TIA ==== Translations ====