Carotid Plaque and Stenosis Surveillance
A structured carotid duplex follow-up service for plaque, narrowing, prior reports, bruit, and physician-directed stroke-risk evaluation in stable patients.
Duration
30-45 minutes
Location
Salmiya
Visit Time
30-45 minutes
Preparation
No special preparation. Bring previous carotid reports, stroke/TIA history, and current medications.
Clinic
International Hospital, 2nd Floor, Vascular Department
Best for
When the question is vascular
What surveillance means
Carotid surveillance tracks plaque appearance, narrowing estimate, and blood-flow velocities over time. The trend can matter as much as one isolated measurement.
Why previous reports matter
A prior report helps compare the same side, vessel segment, velocity range, and stenosis category. Bring the oldest and newest reports if available.
Stable scan, urgent symptoms
Carotid duplex is useful for stable assessment, but active stroke-like symptoms should not wait for an outpatient ultrasound appointment.
Face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty, sudden vision loss, severe sudden headache, or new neurological symptoms need emergency care first.
Booking Path
From question to report
Send previous carotid report and the reason for follow-up.
Mention stroke/TIA history, bruit, cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, and blood pressure.
The report is prepared for the treating physician’s risk-management plan.
Patient Questions
Practical details before the visit
This information is general and does not replace physician assessment or emergency care for severe symptoms.
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Dr. Ahmad Al Harbi
Entity profile for Dr. Ahmad Al Harbi, Diagnostic Vascular Specialist and Head of Vascular Lab at International Hospital, with RVT, RPVI, MSc, and BSVT credentials.