Carotid Artery Disease

Specialised Diagnosis, Open Surgery and Endovascular Repair in Dubai

Carotid artery disease is a serious vascular condition that occurs when the main arteries supplying blood to your brain become narrowed or blocked. Because these arteries are responsible for delivering oxygen-rich blood, any obstruction increases the risk of stroke, which can occur suddenly and without warning.

Many patients experience no symptoms at all until the disease reaches a dangerous stage. This makes early screening and specialist evaluation essential especially for those with risk factors such as diabetes, high blood pressure, smoking, or a family history of stroke.

If you have been advised to undergo a carotid evaluation, if you have risk factors for stroke or if you have recently experienced symptoms such as temporary vision loss or difficulty speaking, early consultation is the safest step.

When Carotid Artery Disease Should Be Evaluated

Patients may develop clear symptoms, but some remain unaware until the condition is detected during a scan. You may need a carotid assessment if you have experienced:

Sudden weakness or numbness on one side of the body
Difficulty speaking or understanding speech
Temporary blindness or dimming of vision in one eye
Unexplained dizziness or imbalance

Episodes of confusion
A mini stroke (TIA)
A history of atherosclerosis in the heart or legs
A strong family history of stroke

Even mild or short-lived symptoms need medical attention. Early evaluation helps prevent a major stroke.

How Diagnosis Is Performed

Diagnosis begins with a detailed consultation and a duplex ultrasound of the carotid arteries. This test shows the degree of narrowing and the quality of blood flow. If more detailed information is needed, CT angiography or MR angiography may be recommended.

During each step, you receive clear explanations so you understand the severity of the condition and the best way forward.

Treatment Options Tailored to Your Condition

The choice of treatment depends on the level of blockage, the condition of the arteries and your overall health. Because Dr. Abuazab performs both endovascular and open surgical procedures, he selects the method that is safest and most effective for you.

Endovascular Repair (Minimally Invasive)

A catheter is guided through a blood vessel to the narrowed segment of the carotid artery. A stent is then placed to open the artery and restore healthy blood flow.
Key advantages include:

Only a small puncture instead of a large incision
Shorter hospital stay
Faster recovery
Minimal discomfort
Suitable for high risk surgical patients

This option is valuable for many patients, especially those with medical conditions that make open surgery more challenging.

Carotid Endarterectomy (Open Surgery)

This is a gold standard procedure for many cases of significant narrowing. Dr. Abuazab carefully opens the artery, removes the plaque that is blocking blood flow and restores the vessel to its normal width.
Benefits include: