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    What is Asymptomatic Carotid Disease?

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  • Dr Brendan Stanley

    Vascular Surgeon

    Dr Brendan Stanley is a Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon with over 25 years' experience. He practices in Perth, Murdoch and Mandurah, Western Australia. Brendan has … View Profile

    Asymptomatic carotid artery disease occurs in patients who have carotid artery stenosis/narrowing that has not caused a stroke or mini stroke. Treatment is still performed, however the criteria for treatment is more rigid when compared to symptomatic carotid stenosis. This is because the benefits for treating asymptomatic stenosis is not as great as for symptomatic carotid disease.

    Each patient with an asymptomatic stenosis is thoroughly investigated so as to have their medical management optimised and treatment options discussed.

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