An anemic infarct is a type of stroke caused by a lack of oxygen to the brain. It is typically associated with a decrease in blood flow to the brain or a clot in a small blood vessel. There are several synonyms for the term anemic infarct, including cerebral infarction, brain ischemia, and brain attack. Cerebral infarction refers to the death of brain cells due to a lack of oxygen, while brain ischemia describes the reduced blood flow to the brain that leads to tissue damage. Brain attack is a colloquial term used to describe a stroke that requires immediate medical attention to prevent further damage to the brain.