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Ultrasound assessment of carotid arteries: Current concepts, methodologies, diagnostic criteria, and technological

Christopher S G Murray1, Tamanna Nahar2, Hayrapet Kalashyan3

  • 1Department of Internal Medicine, Harlem Hospital Center/Columbia University, New York, New York.

Echocardiography (Mount Kisco, N.Y.)
|December 4, 2018
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Stroke is a leading cause of death. Carotid artery ultrasound effectively screens for stroke risk factors like intima-media thickness and stenosis, aiding early detection and prevention.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Vascular Medicine
  • Diagnostic Imaging

Background:

  • Stroke is the third leading cause of death and disability globally.
  • Early detection of cardiovascular events is crucial for prevention.
  • Carotid artery abnormalities like increased intima-media thickness, plaque, or stenosis indicate stroke risk.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current state and utility of carotid artery ultrasound.
  • To highlight its role in assessing extracranial cerebrovascular disease.
  • To examine technological advancements in the procedure over the last two decades.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature and technological advancements in carotid artery ultrasound.
  • Assessment of diagnostic modalities for vascular morbidity.
  • Focus on extracranial cerebrovascular assessment techniques.

Main Results:

  • Carotid artery ultrasound is a reliable tool for early vascular morbidity assessment.
  • Technological upgrades have enhanced the procedure's utility.
  • The technique remains integral to stroke risk evaluation.

Conclusions:

  • Carotid artery ultrasound is essential for identifying stroke risk.
  • Continuous technological evolution improves its diagnostic capabilities.
  • It plays a vital role in managing cerebrovascular health.

Keywords:
atherosclerosiscarotid stenosiscarotid ultrasoundcolor Dopplerduplex ultrasoundinternal carotid artery stenosisintima-medial thicknessplaquesonographystrokethree-dimensional ultrasoundtransesophageal echocardiographytranspharyngeal examinationtranspharyngeal ultrasound

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