When carotid plaque is present, different treatments need to be given depending on the nature of the plaque and the individual’s physical condition.
Since carotid plaque is one of the independent risk factors for cerebral infarction, after perfecting carotid ultrasound, if carotid plaque is found, especially unstable plaque, and combined with underlying diseases such as hyperlipidemia and hypertension, it is necessary to use statin drug therapy, such as atorvastatin calcium, to prevent cerebral infarction in time.
Carotid atherosclerosis and plaque formation are also normal physiologic processes as we age. If the patient has hypoechoic plaque and is older, or has abnormal liver function, then dosage care is needed when using statins.
When the discovery of carotid artery plaque around, it is recommended that patients go to a regular hospital in time, under the guidance of physicians to give standardized treatment.