The reason why carotid artery stenosis accounts for 10% of stroke causes
One reason carotid stenosis accounts for about 10% of stroke cases is that it is one of the major causes of stroke. In emergency rooms, approximately 10% of stroke patients are found to have carotid stenosis. Because the carotid arteries are the most important pathways supplying blood from the heart to the brain, any narrowing or blockage can sharply reduce cerebral blood flow. In addition, clots that form in the narrowed area can break off and travel to the brain, causing a stroke. Dr. Minjae Jung of Seoul Asan Vascular Clinic explained in an interview, “Stroke patients…”