Question 1

should patients with blocked arteries be given a blood thinner after carotid surgery?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If there is stanosis after surgery and it is not at a critical point, it is very important to take blood thinners.

Question 2

what blood thinner can i take after my carotid surgery if stomach ulcers make it impossible for me to take aspirin?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Generally Aspirin is still safe in those with a history ulcers so long as acid medications such as omeprazole, nexium, (esomeprazole)  protonix, prevacid, etc are taken along with it to prevent recurrence.  You should have taken a similar medication to heal the ulcer.  If you are allergic to Aspirin or intolerant for some other reason a medication such as Plavix may be reasonable. Discuss with your doctor.

Question 3

should a 87 year old alzheimer's patient have surgery to clear a blocked carotid artery?

Accepted Answer

Good Question: Blocked carotid arteries are treated in order to prevent a major stroke. Patients with alzheimer's disease are forgetful, they have not had a stroke. If this 87y/o is still functional, then carotid surgery makes sense. If not, then the family should decide whether the benefit of surgery is worth the risk.

Question 4

is it worth it for an eighty-seven year old alzheimer's patient to have surgery to clear a blocked carotid artery?

Accepted Answer

No 1 answer fits all: Every surgery has risks and benefits. Each specific person and their particular health history also bring benefits and risks to the discussion. Answering this question for any particular person is best done with honest open communication discussing all of the risks and benefits between the healthcare team and the person most effected.

Question 5

carotid artery surgery for lack of blood supply to the brain?

Accepted Answer

Carotid for stroke: Mostly because the artery has plaque and that can become loose and cause a stroke.

Question 6

carotid artery surgery and lack of blood supply to the brain. could that cause stroke effects?

Accepted Answer

Yes.  Call Now!: Patients who have had carotid artery surgery definitely have a risk of stroke. The highest risk of stroke is during and immediately after the procedure and is generally quoted at about 2%. If you are experiencing any signs of stroke and have had recent carotid surgery call your surgeon immediately or go to the emergency room. Difficulty speaking or weakness on one side of the body would be the most common complaints.

Question 7

how do doctors make sure that the brain keeps getting blood during carotid artery surgery?

Accepted Answer

EEG or Shunt: There are two ways to know. Some people use a EEG to monitor the brain activity to assure enough blood is flowing to the brain.  Others use a small tube to allow blood to bypass the work/surgery site in order to assure blood is always being supplied they work.

Question 8

for the past 2 yrs i have heard my pulse or swoohing sound in my head. my right coratid artery is 100% blocked and they can't do surgery. i have high blood pressure which i have take medicine for over 9 yrs. what can i do it is slowly driving me nuts?

Accepted Answer

: Highly likely that some or most of this involves tinnitus, and might be of value to see an otolaryngologist about a "Tinnitus Blocker" device.   You might also query your doctors about medication side effects.  Good luck with your quest.

Question 9

my dad has 2-3 blocked arteries 90% and 1 100% had minor strokes and heart attacks having forced surgery on fri, he has not been good what r the risks?

Accepted Answer

CABG risk: It is not clear from your description what type of surgery he is getting. I surmise that you mean coronary bypass surgery. Overall risks for patients like him in the STS database for patients who have had strokes or TIA and previous MI is &gt; 96% survival. That is very very good for major procedures like this. Discuss with the heart surgeon for better guidance and risk stratification.

Question 10

how can blocked arteries be cleared in your neck w/o surgery?

Accepted Answer

Blocked arteries: Depends on extent of blockage. Consult a cardiologist for blood thinners vs. Other options.

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For the past 2 yrs i have heard my pulse or swoohing sound in my head. my right coratid artery is 100% blocked and they can't do surgery. i have high blood pressure which i have take medicine for over 9 yrs. what can i do it is slowly driving me nuts?

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My dad has 2-3 blocked arteries 90% and 1 100% had minor strokes and heart attacks having forced surgery on fri, he has not been good what r the risks?

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