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What Causes Carotid Artery Disease?

Carotid artery disease seems to start when damage occurs to the inner layers of the carotid arteries. The buildup of plaque or blood clots can severely narrow or block the carotid arteries, which limits the flow of oxygen-rich blood to your brain.

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SourceUrl: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/subscribe/4077
Syndication ID: 4039
Language: English
Source: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
Date Content Published: Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 12:00 PM
Date Syndication Captured: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at 01:31 PM
Date Syndication Updated: Thursday, July 09, 2026 at 01:00 AM

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