Carotid Doppler Ultrasound
Stroke Risk Assessment
A Carotid Ultrasound is a non-invasive diagnostic test used to evaluate the carotid arteries in the neck. These arteries supply blood to the brain, making the test vital for assessing the risk of stroke and other vascular conditions.
This test is particularly important for people with risk factors for stroke, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, or a family history of stroke.
Early detection of carotid artery disease can prevent stroke through timely intervention.
What's Included:
- Bilateral carotid artery imaging
- Doppler blood flow assessment
- Plaque detection and characterization
- Stenosis (narrowing) measurement
- Stroke risk evaluation
- Vascular specialist report
- Treatment recommendations
What Is It?
An ultrasound test that examines the carotid arteries in your neck to assess blood flow and detect blockages that could cause stroke.
How It Works
A transducer is placed on the skin over the carotid arteries, emitting high-frequency sound waves that bounce off blood vessels and create images. Doppler technology assesses blood flow through the arteries.
Understanding Your Results
The test reveals plaque build-up, blood flow velocity, degree of stenosis (narrowing), and can detect blood clots within the carotid arteries.
Why It's Important
Carotid ultrasound helps identify individuals at risk of stroke, detects atherosclerosis, guides treatment planning, and monitors disease progression.
Note: Performed by experienced vascular technicians with specialist interpretation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harley Street Medical, and how does it work?
Harley Street Medical is an online platform for booking virtual GP appointments, private doctor consultations, and online GP services. We offer video consultations, private doctor home visits, in-clinic appointments, and virtual doctor consultations.
Who are the doctors at Harley Street Medical?
All private doctors at Harley Street Medical are GMC-registered physicians specializing in virtual GP services and online doctor consultations. Our team provides expert private medical care for virtual GP appointments and home visits.
What do you charge for the services at Harley Street Medical?
At Harley Street Medical, our expert medical professionals and doctors provide GP visits at home, consultations (in-clinic/video), referrals and treatment plans, sick notes, and PCO drivers' medical checks. For more information, call us directly at +44 7770 337581.
How to book a virtual GP appointment or online doctor consultation?
You can book virtual GP appointments, online doctor consultations, or private doctor appointments through our website or call +44 7770 337581. Choose from virtual doctor consultations, private doctor home visits, or in-clinic appointments based on your preferences.
How do virtual doctor consultations and video consultations work?
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