Nuffield Interventional Radiology focuses on reducing the risk of stroke by emphasising the vital role of carotid stenting. The team and Dr Suresh Babu, our Senior Consultant and Vascular and Interventional Radiologist, are committed to delivering personalised treatment tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
The carotid artery, located in the neck, carries blood from the heart to the brain. Atherosclerosis of the carotid artery is a contributing factor in approximately 20% of strokes worldwide. This condition involves the formation of atheromatous deposits and plaques, which can obstruct blood flow to the brain, particularly in high-risk individuals such as smokers, and those with high cholesterol, diabetes, or hypertension. Over time, these deposits may lead to stroke either by fragments breaking off and traveling to the brain or by fully blocking the brain’s blood supply.
Carotid stenting is a minimally invasive procedure to treat carotid artery blockages without the need for open surgery. A catheter (a thin, flexible tube) is used to insert a balloon, which is inflated to widen the artery. A stent is then placed to support the artery walls and prevent further narrowing.
Carotid stenting typically does not require general anaesthesia, and most patients are discharged within 1–2 days. This minimally invasive approach offers several benefits, including minimal downtime and the ability to treat multiple blockages simultaneously. Additionally, during the procedure, any stroke-causing clots can be removed to restore normal blood flow to the brain.
Our clinic also provides various neurointerventional treatments for brain-related conditions, including brain aneurysms. Learn more about stenting options, such as intracranial stenting, and how we manage these conditions.
Carotid stenting typically does not require general anaesthesia, and most patients are discharged within 1–2 days. This minimally invasive approach offers several benefits, including minimal downtime and the ability to treat multiple blockages simultaneously. Additionally, during the procedure, any stroke-causing clots can be removed to restore normal blood flow to the brain.
Our clinic also provides various neurointerventional treatments for brain-related conditions, including brain aneurysms. Learn more about stenting options, such as intracranial stenting, and how we manage these conditions.
I’m here to help you regain control of your health. Together, we’ll manage your symptoms and prevent future complications using personalised care and innovative technology. – Dr Suresh Babu