SEVERE STENOSIS OF THE INTERNAL CAROTID ARTERY

In this short video, a severe stenosis of the internal carotid artery (ICA) is shown. While peak systolic velocities play a pivotal role in assessment, a comprehensive understanding involves more than just numbers. Plaque morphology and other parameters offer a holistic view to ICA grading and better patient management. Note the sharp sound you can hear on pulse wave Doppler. This is indicative of turbulent flow.

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