What department should I visit for carotid artery plaque?

Carotid artery plaque is a manifestation of atherosclerosis in the neck arteries. Patients can choose to visit the following departments according to their own conditions: 1. **Neurosurgery**: If the carotid artery plaque causes severe stenosis or occlusion and may require surgical treatment, timely consultation at the neurosurgery department is recommended. 2. **Neurology**: If the carotid artery plaque leads to insufficient cerebral blood supply and symptoms such as dizziness or headache appear, a visit to the neurology department is generally appropriate. 3. **Cardiology**: If the carotid artery plaque has caused cardiovascular diseases, such as hypertension or coronary atherosclerotic heart disease, patients can consult a cardiologist. 4. **Interventional Vascular Surgery**: If the carotid artery plaque is severe and may require interventional treatment, such as intravascular stent placement, consultation at the interventional vascular surgery department is recommended. 5. **Endocrinology**: If the formation of carotid artery plaque is related to metabolic disorders, such as hyperlipidemia or diabetes, patients can register for consultation at the endocrinology department. If any discomfort symptoms occur, timely medical attention is recommended to receive professional diagnosis and treatment.