The illustration displays the whole process of carotid endarterectomy. Figure A displays a carotid artery with plaque buildup. The inset image demonstrates a cross-area on the narrowed carotid artery.Treatment for carotid artery disease is given to reduce the potential of stroke or recurrence of stroke. Specifics depend on the degree of artery narr

A surgeon employs a tube, referred to as a catheter, to ship a little balloon to the area with the clog. The surgeon inflates the balloon to widen the artery. Then the surgeon places in a little wire mesh coil, called a stent, to maintain the artery from narrowing again.You may be asked questions about signs or symptoms and health care background,