Ultrasonographic Evaluation of Carotid Web and Its Links to Ischemic Stroke: An Initial Observational Analysis - Takeaways - MDSpire

Ultrasonographic Evaluation of Carotid Web and Its Links to Ischemic Stroke: An Initial Observational Analysis

  • By

  • Jie Yang

  • Fubo Zhou

  • Na Lei

  • Ran Liu

  • Bin Yang

  • Tieying Zhang

  • Xiang Li

  • Yingqi Xing

  • December 3, 2025

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    Carotid web (CW) is linked to ischemic stroke, particularly in younger patients, with a 21.2% incidence rate in those with cryptogenic strokes.

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    Ultrasonography (US) is commonly used for initial screening of CW, despite its low sensitivity and high misdiagnosis rate compared to digital subtraction angiography.

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    The study reviewed data from 11,656 patients to evaluate US imaging features of CW and its association with cerebral ischemic stroke.

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    Diagnosis of CW via computed tomography angiography (CTA) relies on identifying a thin intraluminal filling defect along the carotid wall.

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    The study aims to enhance understanding of CW morphology through US to improve diagnostic accuracy and assess stroke risk.

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Ultrasonographic Evaluation of Carotid Web and Its Links to Ischemic Stroke: An Initial Observational Analysis

  • by Jie Yang, Fubo Zhou, Na Lei, Ran Liu, Bin Yang, Tieying Zhang, Xiang Li, Yingqi Xing

  • December 3, 2025

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