Carotid Arterial Disease

Carotid Arterial Disease Treatment in Westminster, Maryland

Carotid artery disease occurs when deposits of fats build up inside your carotid artery. This can be dangerous because it can result in reduced blood flow and cause fatty buildups to rupture. These clots can also travel through the bloodstream and become lodged in the brain. VCTA provides comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, and support to ensure the best outcome.

Key Symptoms

Carotid artery disease often has very few noticeable symptoms until it gets to an advanced stage. Often, the first sign that a patient notices is a stroke. This can be an extremely dangerous condition and result in a medical emergency.

Here are some key symptoms of a stroke:

Severe weakness
Confusion
Dizziness and loss of balance
Trouble seeing

Frequently Asked Questions About Carotid Arterial Disease

Carotid artery disease is a condition that occurs when your carotid arteries become blocked by a buildup of fatty deposits. This is also referred to as atherosclerosis. This condition affects the two large blood vessels leading to the brain.

If you don’t get timely treatment for your carotid artery disease, it can progress into a serious condition and result in a stroke.

Your doctor may hear an abnormal sound in the neck, or previous conditions like diabetes mellitus, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and a family history of stroke can contribute towards a carotid artery disease diagnosis.

To diagnose carotid artery disease, your physician will perform a comprehensive physical exam and an ultrasound evaluation of the carotid arteries. If the ultrasound is abnormal, a CT scan of the carotid arteries is done to evaluate the blood flow in your neck. Occasionally, your physician might also refer you to a neurologist to monitor signs of a stroke.

Explore Surgical and Non-Surgical Treatments for Carotid Arterial Disease With VCTA

At VCTA, we provide you with the optimal surgical and non-surgical treatment options to prevent a stroke. Some patients are able to minimize their risks with medication and lifestyle changes, whereas others are provided with surgical support. We offer appropriate carotid artery surgery.

Had a Recent Stroke Scare?

The underlying cause might be Carotid Arterial Disease. VCTA helps you explore the best outcomes with our comprehensive support clinic in Westminster, Maryland.

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Dr Ali took care of the veins in my legs with confidence. I felt she was caring and truly an expert in her field. And I have been to other doctors so I can compare, Dr Ali is who I refer my friends.

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Dr. Ali performed radiofrequency ablation on both of my legs. I highly recommend Dr Ali. She is knowledgeable and answers questions so you can understand. She takes her time to get to know you and your problem.

Dennis

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I met Dr. Ali in June 2019. She was seeing me as a result of my PA suspecting a problem with my right Carotid Artery. Dr. Ali discovered my left Carotid Artery had withered away, and my right one was 80% blocked. She made special evening schedule arrangements so that my wife and I could see her ASAP. She spent a long time that evening explaining everything about my condition, her surgery solution and any and all questions we had. I never had a physician take that kind of time to help us understand my situation. She scheduled surgery for two weeks from our visit.

Over the years, Dr. Ali has faithfully followed up on my vascular health and consulted with me on issues related to various major surgeries I’ve had. Her care for her patients and her standards of care and her knowledge I believe are far from the norm based on my many experiences since that June evening in 2019.

Additionally, her staff and tech staff reflect her values and standards. We in Carroll County should count ourselves very fortunate to have Dr. Ali.

James Turner

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