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A Magnetic Resonance Imaging-based Computational Protocol for Analysis of Plaque Morphology and Hemodynamics in Patients with Carotid Artery Stenosis
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A Magnetic Resonance Imaging-based Computational Protocol for Analysis of Plaque Morphology and Hemodynamics in Patients with Carotid Artery Stenosis

Published on: August 12, 2025

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Contemporary Medical Management of Carotid Artery Stenosis

Maya J Salameh1, Elizabeth V Ratchford1

  • 1Johns Hopkins Center for Vascular Medicine, Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD.

Seminars in Vascular Surgery
|March 23, 2026
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As populations age, carotid artery stenosis increases, raising risks for stroke and heart attack. Management involves lifestyle changes, medications like aspirin and statins, and specific diabetes treatments for cardiovascular health.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Neurology
  • Vascular Medicine

Background:

  • Carotid artery stenosis prevalence rises with aging populations.
  • Carotid disease elevates risks for cerebrovascular events (stroke, TIA) and cardiovascular complications (myocardial infarction, CV death).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline current management strategies for patients with carotid artery stenosis.
  • To emphasize the importance of a multi-faceted approach including lifestyle, pharmacotherapy, and specific patient subgroup considerations.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current guidelines and evidence for managing carotid artery stenosis.
  • Focus on lifestyle modifications, pharmacologic interventions, and treatment of comorbid conditions like diabetes.

Main Results:

  • Lifestyle changes: Mediterranean diet, physical activity, smoking cessation are recommended.
  • Pharmacologic therapies: Aspirin or P2Y12 inhibitors, high-intensity statins, and blood pressure control are core treatments.
  • Diabetes management: SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists are preferred for their cardiovascular benefits.

Conclusions:

  • Comprehensive management of carotid artery stenosis is crucial for reducing cardiovascular and cerebrovascular event risks.
  • Personalized treatment plans integrating lifestyle, medical therapies, and consideration of comorbidities are essential for optimal patient outcomes.

Keywords:
Antiplatelet therapyCardiovascular risk reductionCarotid artery stenosisOptimal medical therapyStatinsStroke prevention

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