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Carotid Artery Disease Flashcards

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What is carotid artery disease?

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  • Stenosis of the carotid arteries secondary to atherosclerosis
  • Diagnosis by carotid ultrasound or angiogram (CT or MRI)
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How does it present?

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  • Asymptomatic
  • Syncope
  • TIAs
  • Cognitive impairment
  • Carotid bruit
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How to manage?

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  • Treating modifiable risk factors
  • Surgery:

◦Endarterectomy (scraping out the blockage)
◦Angioplasty and stenting

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