Cardiologists reveal the unexpected symptoms of clogged arteries and underlying heart disease that you should know about.

is a surgical procedure used to open a blocked or narrowed carotid artery located in the neck. This procedure is used to restore blood flow to the brain to prevent a stroke. Carotid endarterectomy is ...

the human body isn’t always so consistent—the pain caused by clogged arteries can be concentrated in several other places, including down the arm (more commonly the left arm) and up the neck ...

Chest Pain (Angina) Chest pain, known as angina, is a common warning sign of significant artery blockages. It often feels ...

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The carotid arteries branch off from the aorta (the largest artery in the body) a short distance from the heart, and extend upward through the neck carrying oxygen-rich ... TIA may be related to ...

while carotid stenting uses a small tube to keep the artery open. The choice depends on the severity of the blockage, overall health and risk of complications. Dr. Chris LeSar is a board-certified ...

"Which predisposes him to stroke, and so when it gets to a certain blockage, we recommend a fix," Dr. Muck explained. Initially, DeRose underwent a procedure to clean out the artery in his neck.