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Carotid Artery Stenosis


Carotid Artery Stenosis, Adults

The AAFP recommends against screening for asymptomatic carotid artery stenosis (CAS) in general adult populations. (2007)

(Grade: D recommendation)
Grade Definition: http://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/grades.htm
Clinical Consideration: http://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/uspsacas.htm