carotid artery

[loucomic2]

I had 5 bypass surgery 15 years ago. My cardiologist hsd s dopler scan done recently of my carotid artery, the results were  60-79% blockage on the left, and 30-40% on the right. What is the problem with the left being blocked as is? Is there anything to know?

Thanks, Louis

[loucomic2]

Thanks David i will keep that in mind when I go to the doctor, at least I have a lay persons opinion.
Thanks,
Louis

[David T.]

Just keep monitoring for now.  Depending on your other factors you may want to consider twice annually, but normally a carotid ultrasound once a year is all that's necessary. At these levels of blockage that should be all that needs to be done at this time.

Please keep in mind I am speaking ffrom my own recent experience and I am not a physician.