Course Description: A chronic inflammatory disease, carotid atherosclerosis.The development, progression, and final rupture of atherosclerotic plaque all depend on inflammation. Another word for carotid artery disease is carotid artery stenosis. This expression refers to a constriction of the carotid arteries.Plaque, which is an accumulation of fatty substances and cholesterol deposits, frequently contributes to this narrowing. The development of carotid stenosis has been shown in numerous natural history studies to be a reliable indicator of the risk of stroke.
Learning Intentions:
⇒ You will be able to: Identify the underlying pathophysiology and histologic features of carotid artery atherosclerotic plaque after finishing this continuing education activity.
⇒ Learn about current treatment strategies for asymptomatic and symptomatic carotid artery stenosis.
⇒ Recognize the role of endovascular treatment in acute stroke for certain indications such as tandem stenosis and dissection.
⇒ Understand the requirements for pre-, peri-, and post-procedural pharmacotherapy.
⇒ Understand the various stents, angioplasty balloons, guiding catheters, wires, and cerebral protective devices available.
⇒ Understand the types and rates of CAS problems, as well as how to treat them.
⇒ Interpret typical imaging techniques for diagnosing carotid artery disease.
⇒ Describe the clinical standards for intervention in carotid artery disease that is symptomatic but not stenotic.