The Carotid arteries are major blood vessels located on each side of the neck. Their role is to supply oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the brain.
When these arteries become narrowed due to plaque buildup, blood flow to the brain is reduced. This condition is known as Carotid Stenosis and significantly increases the risk of transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) and stroke.
Carotid Stenosis is the narrowing of one or both carotid arteries, most commonly caused by atherosclerosis — the accumulation of fatty deposits (plaque) along artery walls.
As plaque builds up:
Venous insufficiency progresses gradually. Recognizing early stages can help prevent complications.
Risk increases after 60
Damages arterial walls
Accelerates plaque buildup
Contributes to atherosclerosis
Affects vascular health
Genetic predisposition
Carotid Stenosis may be asymptomatic or cause:
Immediate consultation is required if neurological symptoms occur, even if they resolve quickly.
Early diagnosis allows timely intervention and stroke prevention.
Review of symptoms, medical history, and cardiovascular risk factors.
A non-invasive test that measures blood flow and identifies arterial narrowing.
CT angiography or MR angiography may be used for detailed assessment.
Depend on stenosis severity and patient risk profile.
Plaque cannot be fully reversed, but progression can be slowed or stabilized.
No, many patients have no symptoms until a stroke occurs.
Frequency depends on risk factors and previous findings.
No, it is non-invasive and painless.
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