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To present a case of vertebrobasilar dolichoectasia and explore its clinical implications.

February 19, 2026Case Reports in MedicineOpen Access

Vertebrobasilar Dolichoectasia Presenting as Vertigo and Unilateral Weakness: A Case Report

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A case report reveals vertebrobasilar dolichoectasia causing vertigo and unilateral weakness, indicating its potential severity.

To present a case of vertebrobasilar dolichoectasia and explore its clinical implications.
Case report of a 51-year-old woman with transient ischemic attack history.
Assessment included physical exam and imaging via CT and MRI.
CT angiography was used to identify vascular abnormalities.
Patient exhibited persistent vertigo and left-sided weakness.
CT angiography revealed a tortuous and dilated basilar artery of 4.9 mm.
Management included medications such as aspirin, clopidogrel, atorvastatin, and meclizine.

Parikh et al. (2026) studied this question.

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