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Cta neck: no evidence of occlusion, significant stenosis, or dissection of the cervical carotid or vertebral arteries. trace atherosclerotic disease of the left carotid siphon what does this mean ?

Q: cta neck: no evidence of occlusion, significant stenosis, or dissection of the cervical carotid or vertebral arteries. trace atherosclerotic disease of the left carotid siphon what does this mean ?

: It is an almost normal study. Trace atherosclerotic vascular disease is commonly seen in Americans at your age. However, I still suggest a lipid panel if it has not been done yet in the previous 12 months just to make sure your numbers are in ranges.

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It is an almost normal study. Trace atherosclerotic vascular disease is commonly seen in Americans at your age. However, I still suggest a lipid panel if it has not been done yet in the previous 12 months just to make sure your numbers are in ranges.

Answered 12/8/2022

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Cta neck: no evidence of occlusion, significant stenosis, or dissection of the cervical carotid or vertebral arteries. trace atherosclerotic disease of the left carotid siphon what does this mean ?

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