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Atherosclerosis of internal carotid artery

The build-up of plaque in the internal carotid artery may lead to narrowing and irregularity of the artery's lumen, preventing proper blood flow to the brain. More commonly, as the narrowing worsens, pieces of plaque in the internal carotid artery can break free, travel to the brain and block blood vessels that supply blood to the brain. This leads to stroke, with possible paralysis or other deficits.

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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)

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Arterial Embolism

Carotid Stenosis

Cerebral Vascular Insufficiency

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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)

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