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Is 50% in left and right carotid artery a major degree of atherosclerosis or can this be treated with clopidogrel and fibrazate after tia? 70+ fem

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Dr. Mathew Chengot answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Yes: Also suggest to have a full cardiovascular evaluation Consider Intensive cholesterol management and anti platelet treatments ,Follow up monitoring of carotid vessels and may be an MRA of intracranial circulation would be appropriate

Answered 6/17/2016

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