Sentences with phrase «carotid stenosis»
"Carotid stenosis" refers to a narrowing or blockage in the carotid arteries, which are the blood vessels located in the neck that supply blood to the brain. This condition can restrict blood flow and oxygen to the brain, potentially leading to serious health problems such as stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA). Full definition
The study involved 67 people with the condition, called asymptomatic carotid stenosis (ACS), with a 50 - percent reduction in the diameter of the artery and 60 people with vascular risk factors but without the condition.
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Do a search,» pomegranate carotid stenosis 3 year study» from NIH.GOV and you will see 1 ounce of pomegranate juice (Pom Wonderful is used in these studies — I have no affiliation with anybody - I am retired) reduced intima media thickness by up to 30 % in one year.
Here are the key components to getting the best life insurance rates with carotid stenosis.
Cerebrovascular disease includes aneurysms, stroke, vertebral stenosis, carotid stenosis and intracranial stenosis, as well as vascular malformations.