2023年4月19日 · It can occur in the carotid artery of the neck as well as other arteries. Carotid artery disease causes about 10% to 15% of strokes. A stroke is a medical emergency that can cause brain damage, muscle weakness and possibly death.

2023年4月19日 · The exam generally includes listening for a swooshing sound, known as bruit, over the carotid artery in the neck. A narrowed artery causes the sound. The next step might be a test of physical and mental abilities such as strength, memory and speech.

2025年1月15日 · A carotid ultrasound looks for narrowed or blocked carotid arteries, which can increase the risk of stroke. These arteries are on each side of the neck. Blood vessels narrow when plaque builds up inside them.

2022年7月30日 · Carotid angioplasty (kuh-ROT-id AN-jee-o-plas-tee) and stenting are procedures that open clogged arteries to restore blood flow to the brain. They're often performed to treat or prevent strokes. The carotid arteries are located on each side of your neck. These are the main arteries supplying blood to your brain.

2018年11月30日 · Treatment for severe carotid stenosis involves eliminating the artery blockage. The most common way to do that is with a surgery called “carotid endarterectomy.” It’s performed by making an incision along the front of the neck, opening the …

2019年7月2日 · Your carotid arteries are among the main vessels that carry blood to your brain. You feel the carotid artery when taking a neck pulse. An artery tear, also called a “dissection,” occurs when layers of the interior arterial walls separate.

2023年4月19日 · Vivien Williams: Carotid artery disease increases your risk of stroke. Plaque builds up in the arteries in the neck, and if some breaks away, it could travel to your brain and cut off blood flow.

2018年12月11日 · Carotid endarterectomy is a procedure to treat carotid artery disease. This disease occurs when fatty, waxy deposits build up in one of the carotid arteries. The carotid arteries are blood vessels located on each side of your neck (carotid arteries).

2009年6月10日 · The carotid arteries connect the heart and the brain in the front of the neck. Stenosis occurs when the arteries become clogged with fatty deposits. Stroke can be a concern.

2010年3月26日 · Carotid endarterectomy and carotid artery stenting are both safe, effective treatments for advanced carotid artery disease. During endarterectomy, a surgeon opens the affected carotid artery and removes the plaque. The artery is then repaired with either stitches or a …