Ischemic Stroke in Young Female Adults Caused by Carotid Webs: A Case Series From Rashid Hospital, Dubai

Carotid webs are rare vascular anomalies increasingly recognized as significant contributors to ischemic strokes in young, otherwise healthy adults, particularly females. These subtle vascular malformations are often underdiagnosed due to their inconspicuous appearance on standard imaging. This case...

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Published in:Curēus (Palo Alto, CA) CA), 2025-01, Vol.17 (1), p.e77953
Main Authors: Ahmed, Suhaila, Zaid, Mohammad, Nwilati, Ala E, Shafaamri, Mamoun, Faghih, Mohammad S, Qafani, Avdullah, Al-Sibaie, Ayman, Shahoud, Michael G, Shafiei, Masoud, Al Qedrah, Deena M
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description Carotid webs are rare vascular anomalies increasingly recognized as significant contributors to ischemic strokes in young, otherwise healthy adults, particularly females. These subtle vascular malformations are often underdiagnosed due to their inconspicuous appearance on standard imaging. This case series presents three young female patients, aged 30 to 39, who presented with acute ischemic strokes attributed to carotid webs. Through comprehensive stroke evaluation, including advanced imaging techniques and timely interventions, the presence of carotid webs was confirmed. Each case underwent surgical intervention with favorable outcomes. This series aims to raise awareness about the clinical significance of carotid webs in young women presenting with cryptogenic strokes.
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