How does the carotid artery become blocked?
The carotid artery is responsible for supplying blood to the brain. Blockages in the carotid artery are the result of fatty deposits called plaque within the artery. While most of these plaques remain asymptomatic, some may break, causing a small particle to dislodge, travel up an individual’s bloodstream and into his or her brain. This can block off a small branch within the brain and eventually result in a stroke.
