Carotid Stenosis Severity: Classification, Treatment, And Optimal Management
Carotid stenosis severity is classified and treated based on established criteria. Mild stenosis (0-49% narrowing) is usually monitored, while moderate (50-69%) and severe (≥70%) stenosis require medical therapy or intervention. These criteria guide the assessment of symptoms, risk factors, and the selection of treatment options like medications, carotid endarterectomy (surgical removal of plaque), or carotid…