Carotid Disease

Carotid Disease

The carotid arteries in the neck supply blood to the brain.

If plaque builds up in the carotid arteries, it can result in either a mini-stroke (TIA) or a stroke.

carotid plaque

Even if you do not have symptoms, a single ultrasound scan of your neck can predict if you are at risk of developing a stroke.

Mr O’Brien will discuss your best management options – these include medication, surgery or a stent.

Surgery involves removing the plaque from the inside of the artery.

The ultimate benefit of carotid surgery is reducing your risk of having a future stroke.

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