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Diagnosis & Treatment
The New Jersey Police Chief Magazine | May 2023
“ Early detection and treatment is important . Screening ultrasounds should be done in anyone aged 65 or older with a history of smoking , peripheral vascular disease , coronary artery disease and / or hypercholesterolemia . The importance of modifying your risk factors is immense . If you experience any neurologic symptoms , head to the nearest emergency room and the team will assess your symptoms and this testing may include the carotid arteries .”
Dr . Herrington added : “ Treatment options include the gold standard of carotid artery surgery with a procedure called a carotid endarterectomy where vascular surgeons remove the plaque from the inside and reconstruct the carotid artery . There is also an option to stent the carotid artery in certain patients . A specialized cardiac and vascular center like Deborah also offers a transcarotid stent procedure done via a small neck incision .”
“ Do not put yourself at risk . If you think there is a problem , make sure you discuss it with your doctor .” For more information , visit www . DemandDeborah . org or call 855-646-3484
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