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Auckland Vascular & Varicose Vein Clinic - Dr Peter Vann
Level 2
Ascot Integrated Hospital
90 Green Lane East
Remuera
Auckland
Dr Peter Vann
Auckland Vascular Surgery
PO Box 12 8347
Remuera
Auckland 1541
Phone (09) 520 9543
Fax 0800 4 VASCULAR (0800 4 82728)
Mobile 021 337743
Email drpetervann@xtra.co.nz
Healthlink EDI: vascvann
Direct line (09) 520 9543 (PA)
Any urgent referrals contact my PA 09 5209543
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Carotid Artery Disease
You have two carotid arteries, one on either side of your neck, that supply blood to your brain. Carotid artery disease occurs if these arteries become narrowed due to atherosclerosis (a build up of fat and cholesterol deposits on the inner walls of the vessels). If a clot forms in one of the carotid arteries and reduces or stops the flow of blood to part of your brain, it may cause a stroke.
You have an increased risk of developing carotid artery disease if you:
· have a family history of atherosclerosis
· smoke
· have high blood pressure (hypertension)
· have diabetes
· have coronary artery disease.
Treatment may involve lifestyle changes e.g. stopping smoking, exercising more, dietary changes and/or medication. If there is severe narrowing of the arteries, treatment may involve surgery.
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