Prognosis
The prognosis for carotid stenosis is good, as it is often asymptomatic. In the case of more severe stenoses, surgical therapy should be considered in order to reduce the risk of stroke. Especially after a transitory ischemic attack, which is a harbinger of stroke, a medical clarification should be made. The prognosis for carotid dissections is usually very favorable. With anticoagulation therapy, the dissection often recedes without causing a thrombus and thus a stroke.
Prophylaxis
In order to prevent carotid stenosis, it is recommended to keep the cholesterol content within the normal values. This can be achieved with a healthy balanced diet, possibly low in cholesterol, and sufficient exercise. In addition, the sugar content and blood pressure should be kept at a healthy level, as all these parameters can contribute to the development of arteriosclerosis. In order to reduce the Arterioskleroseroserisiko should in addition no or only little nicotine and alcohol be consumed.
