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Bookmark or Share- Carotid artery: Anatomy, function, disease, and more - Medical News TodayThe carotid arteries transport oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the brain and head. Some of the areas that carotid arteries help supply with blood include the: brain. face. scalp. roof of...
- Carotid ultrasound - Mayo ClinicCarotid (kuh-ROT-id) ultrasound is a safe, noninvasive, painless procedure that uses sound waves to examine the blood flow through the carotid arteries. It also evaluates the thickness of the carotid artery wall and checks for clots.
- Carotid Artery Stenosis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment - Cleveland ClinicCarotid artery stenosis, also called carotid artery disease, is a condition that can lead to stroke. When you have carotid artery stenosis, a substance called plaque builds up and blocks the normal flow of blood in your artery. One treatment option for carotid artery stenosis is a surgical procedure call endarterectomy.
- What Are The Carotid Arteries? - Cleveland ClinicCarotid artery disease is a common, serious condition affecting these arteries. It occurs when plaque builds up in your carotid arteries over time. This may limit or block blood flow to your brain, causing a stroke. Lifestyle changes and medications can lower your risk.
- Carotid Artery Stenosis | Johns Hopkins MedicineKey points about carotid artery stenosis. Carotid artery stenosis is narrowing of the carotid arteries. These arteries deliver oxygenated blood from the heart to the brain. Narrowing of the carotid arteries can cause a stroke or symptoms of a stroke and should be treated right away.
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