Atherosclerosis - Carotides

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Atherosclerosis - Carotides

Atherosclerosis is a disease where plaques are built up inside the carotid arteries of the body (the large arteries running from the aorta to the head), hardening and narrowing them, thereby reducing the flow of blood. It could be asymptomatic for decades, symptoms often appear when arteries become more than 50% blocked.

Disease information
Insurance payment: 1500
Department: Cardiology

Symptoms[edit | edit source]

Main article: Symptom
Symptom Probability
LDL high level 70
Hypertension 70
Weakness 70
Confusion 60
Numbness 70
Headache 60
Fainting 30
Breathing problems 50
Dizziness 70
Carotid arteries blocked 100

Complications[edit | edit source]

Symptom Probability
Tremor 30
Pulmonary artery blockage 10

Examinations[edit | edit source]

Main article: Examination
  • Interview
  • Speech listening
  • Chest auscultation
  • Neurological testing
  • Blood pressure measurement
  • Physical examination
  • Blood draw
  • Echo
  • Differential diagnosis

If complications occur:

  • Angiography

Treatments[edit | edit source]

Main article: Treatment

Additional treatments: