Procedures: Carotid Disease

OFFICE LOCATIONS

Loma Linda University Medical Office Building
28078 Baxter Rd., #420
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 894-5167

Pomerado Hospital Outpatient Pavilion
15611 Pomerado Rd., #525
Poway, CA 92064
(858) 485-5301

CAROTID DISEASE
When the carotid artery becomes blocked with plaque and cholesterol, a process known as arteriosclerosis, the risk of stroke is significantly increased. Treatments with blood thinners as well as surgical procedures may be necessary to reduce the risk of stroke.

Risk Factors Include:

Family history of Carotid Disease

Age

Smoking

Hypertension

High cholesterol

Diabetes

Common Symptoms:

Sudden transient loss of vision in one eye

Weakness or numbness on one side of the body or face

Difficulty with speech speech

Procedure offered by Dr. Chan:

Carotid endarterectomy

Carotid stenting