Cortical Spreading Depression

Synonyms

Cortical Depression, Spreading

Cortical Depressions, Spreading

Cortical Spreading Depressions

Depression, Cortical Spreading

Depression, Spreading Cortical

Depressions, Cortical Spreading

Depressions, Spreading Cortical

Leao Spreading Depression

Spreading Cortical Depression

Spreading Cortical Depressions

Spreading Depression of Leao

Spreading Depression, Cortical

Spreading Depressions, Cortical

The decrease in neuronal activity (related to a decrease in metabolic demand) extending from the site of cortical stimulation. It is believed to be responsible for the decrease in cerebral blood flow that accompanies the aura of MIGRAINE WITH AURA. (Campbell's Psychiatric Dictionary, 8th ed.)