Carotid artery disease is also called carotid artery stenosis. The term refers to the narrowing of the carotid arteries. This narrowing is usually caused by the buildup of fatty substances and cholesterol deposits, called plaque. Carotid artery occlusion refers to complete blockage of the artery.When the carotid arteries are obstructed, you are at an increased risk for a stroke, the third leading cause of death in the U.S.his narrowing is usually caused by the buildup of fatty substances and cholesterol deposits, called plaque. Carotid artery occlusion refers to complete blockage of the artery. When the carotid arteries are obstructed, you are at an increased risk for a stroke, the third leading cause of death in the U.S.
Best Answer: The closest airport to Washington, DC (includes the Smithsonians) is Reagan National Airport. Best Metro is the blue line to Smithsonian Stop, about a 20 minute ride. Please pick a Best Answer, even if it is not mine. That way we can tell if we really do help people.
1 Fairfax Connector Bus Route 981 and Route 983. 2  Local bus with stops at the Smithsonian Udvar-Hazy Air & Space Museum. 3  Route 983 serves the museum and operates only during museum hours. 4  Route 981 operates outside of museum hours. 5  Both routes serve locations in Reston, including the Wiehle-Reston East Metrorail station.ther public transportation providers with service to/from Dulles International. Board buses on the second curb after exiting down the ramp from baggage claim. 1  Fairfax Connector Bus Route 981 and Route 983.