Introduction
Atheromatous plaque
Atheromatous plaque is the element responsible for the disorders caused by a “carotid stenosis.”A normal carotid artery does not contain any atheromatous plaque. Its wall is flexible and without any stenosis.A stenosed carotid artery contains atheromatous plaque that protrudes into the artery and narrows it. This narrowing is called a stenosis.When atheromatous plaque is not extensive, it is not dangerous and should be left in place..We will study in this chapter how atheromatous plaque forms, the elements promoting its growth and the risks incurred by the patient.

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