What is the most likely cause of the stroke

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Problem: An older adult patient presents to the emergency department with a sudden onset of left-sided weakness and difficulty speaking. He has a history of hypertension that is not well-documented and does not regularly take any medications. A CT scan of his brain reveals a hemorrhagic stroke localized in the basal ganglia. There is no history of head trauma or recent anticoagulant use. What is the most likely cause of this stroke?

Reference no: EM133653582

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