How to medicate for carotid artery plaque
Disease description:
After feeling unwell, I went to the hospital for a checkup, and the doctor diagnosed me with carotid artery plaque. How should carotid artery plaque be treated with medication?
Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Kou Linlin
Plaque buildup in the carotid arteries increases the risk of plaque detachment and subsequent thrombus formation. In mild cases, treatment typically involves medications to stabilize the plaque and prevent clotting—such as enteric-coated aspirin and atorvastatin calcium. If the plaque severely impairs daily functioning—for example, causing symptoms like dizziness—interventional procedures such as stent placement or surgery may be indicated to restore adequate blood flow and prevent cerebral hypoperfusion.
