Carotid artery disease
Carotid artery disease develops when fatty plaque narrows the neck arteries supplying the brain. It increases the risk of a transient ischaemic attack or stroke.
Also known as Carotid artery stenosis
Overview
Carotid artery disease develops when fatty plaque narrows the neck arteries supplying the brain. It increases the risk of a transient ischaemic attack or stroke.
Types
Symptoms
Early disease may cause no symptoms. Stroke signs include sudden one-sided weakness, trouble speaking, visual loss, imbalance or a severe unexplained headache.
Causes & risk factors
Plaque accumulation narrows the arteries. Smoking, high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, inactivity and increasing age contribute to risk.
Frequently asked questions
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Diagnosis
Doctors assess neurological function and may use carotid ultrasound, CT or MR angiography to evaluate narrowing.
Treatment
Care may include lifestyle changes and prescribed medicines to control vascular risk. Severe disease may require carotid surgery or stenting.
Prevention
Doctors & departments
Specialists and departments who diagnose and treat this condition.
Find a specialistCare at Wattanavipa
Consultations, tests and most treatments are available at Wattanavipa, with follow-up visits to adjust treatment as needed.
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