Carotid artery disease occurs when sticky, fatty substances called plaque build up in the inner lining of the arteries. The plaque may slowly block or narrow the carotid artery or cause a clot (thrombus) to form. Clots can lead to stroke.
What causes Carotid artery stenosis?
Carotid artery disease occurs when sticky, fatty substances called plaque build up in the inner lining of the arteries. The plaque may slowly block or narrow the carotid artery or cause a clot (thrombus) to form. {{ORGANIZATION}} can lead to stroke.