Course
Carotid stenosis and plaque — watershed vs embolic patterns and imaging (ultrasound/CTA/MRA) (Advanced)
Advanced course: carotid narrowing can cause stroke by low flow (watershed) or artery-to-artery emboli. Learn imaging options (carotid ultrasound, CTA, MRA), how patterns differ, and what prevention questions to ask
FoundationsCaregiver, SurvivorAdvanced55 minPlain (6–8)
Educational only
Educational only — not medical advice.
What you'll learn
- Understand carotid stenosis as an upstream stroke mechanism
- Differentiate low-flow watershed vs embolic patterns (high-level)
- Understand carotid ultrasound vs CTA vs MRA roles
- Ask questions about risk factor targets and follow-up imaging
Practice check
Check your understanding
A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.
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