Status post CVA

What does "Status post CVA" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Status post CVA" is a term used in medicine to describe a person who has had a stroke in the past. CVA stands for "cerebrovascular accident," which is the medical term for a stroke. A stroke happens when blood flow to a part of the brain is cut off, causing brain cells to die. So, if someone is "status post CVA," it means they have had a stroke in the past and are now in the recovery phase or living with the after-effects of the stroke.

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