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Carotid Artery Dissection
Expert diagnosis and advanced treatment pathways for carotid artery dissection, prioritized for your recovery.
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Understanding Carotid Artery Dissection
Carotid artery dissection occurs when a tear develops in the inner lining of the carotid artery, allowing blood to enter the vessel wall and disrupt normal blood flow to the brain.
Introduction
Carotid artery dissection occurs when a tear develops in the inner lining of the carotid artery, allowing blood to enter the vessel wall and disrupt normal blood flow to the brain.
Common Symptoms
- Sudden neck pain or headache
- Facial pain or eye pain
- Dizziness or visual disturbances
- Weakness or numbness on one side
- Stroke or transient ischemic attack symptoms
Treatment Options
- CT angiography or MRI imaging
- Blood thinning medications
- Blood pressure management
- Endovascular stenting procedures
- Surgical repair in selected cases
Recovery & Outlook
Many patients recover well with early treatment and stroke prevention therapy, though long-term follow-up is important.
