The carotid web: Current research status and imaging features
Shixiao Liang, Peixin Qin, Lili Xie, Shanshan Niu, Junqi Luo, Fei Chen, Xiangmeng Chen, Jie Zhang, Guojie Wang
Abstract
The carotid web is commonly found in the carotid bulb or the beginning of the internal carotid artery. It presents as a thin layer of proliferative intimal tissue originating from the arterial wall and extending into the vessel lumen. A large body of research has proven that the carotid web is a risk factor for ischemic stroke. This review summarizes the current research status of the carotid web and focuses on its imaging presentation.
Topics & Concepts
Carotid arteriesMedicineLumen (anatomy)Internal carotid arteryStroke (engine)Carotid bodyInternal medicineCardiologyRadiologyEngineeringMechanical engineeringRenal and Vascular PathologiesCerebrovascular and Carotid Artery DiseasesCongenital Heart Disease Studies