Study finds that increased carotid stenosis severity is linked to significantly worse processing speed and executive function in older adults.
Background Carotid artery stenosis is a major cause of stroke and is commonly treated with carotid endarterectomy (CEA) or carotid artery stenting (CAS). Trans-carotid artery revascularization (TCAR) ...
Radiation therapy improves survival in head and neck cancer, but also carries long-term cardiovascular risks—most notably, carotid artery stenosis and afferent baroreflex failure. Up to one in five ...
Abstract: Pulse detection via palpation is a basic and essential procedure in daily medical practice. We have been investigating the performance of a single accelerometer placed above the carotid ...
Abstract: Recently researchers have shown growing interest in axial motion of common carotid artery wall. The amplitude of the axial motion of the wall has been initially linked to arterial stiffness ...
Objective: Tortuosity of the carotid artery is a common angiographic finding that may impact blood flow and neuronal function. However, information on its prevalence and risk factors remains limited.
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A simple and painless screening could help you avoid a stroke. And Local 12 and St. Elizabeth healthcare are offering them at low cost as part of our Northern Kentucky Community ...