Silent Threats: Asymptomatic Re-Thrombosis in Carotid Web and the Window for Preventive Intervention.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Carotid web (CW) is an underrecognized cause of recurrent ischemic stroke in young patients with cryptogenic stroke, and its optimal management remains uncertain. This study aimed to determine the recurrence of ischemic events and the incidence of asymptomatic thrombus formation in CW, in order to optimize secondary prevention strategies.

Materials and methods

We conducted a retrospective analysis of patients diagnosed with CW at a comprehensive stroke center in Spain between January 2021 and December 2024. CW was identified via computed tomography angiography or digital subtraction angiography. We assessed stroke recurrence, asymptomatic thrombus formation, and secondary prevention strategies. Early duplex sonography was systematically performed during hospitalizati

SUBMITTER: Ros-Arlanzon P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12585938 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature