Cerebral thrombosis is caused by narrowing and occlusion of the lumen due to autochthonous lesions such as cerebral atherosclerosis, diabetes mellitus and hyperlipidaemia. The disease can cause acute localised blood flow disruption, ischaemia, hypoxia, softening and necrosis in the brain, which in turn leads to corresponding neurological symptoms such as hemiparesis and aphasia. Common high-risk triggers include obesity, excessive smoking and alcohol consumption, substance abuse, and a history of cardiovascular disease or family history.