Briese, Nick2010-07-292010-07-292010-07-29https://hdl.handle.net/11299/92614The information provided in this handout does not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Minnesota Medical School physicians and faculty. These materials are provided for informational purposes only and are in no way intended to take the place of the advice and recommendations of your personal health care provider. You use the information provided in these handouts at your own risk.Carotid stenosis increases your risk of stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA). Aspirin, along with control of blood pressure and cholesterol and smoking cessation, can help lower the risk of stroke. This pamphlet briefly describes carotid stenosis, risk factors for carotid stenosis, and steps that patients can take to reduce their risk for carotid stenosis and the problems that come with it.en-USCarotid StenosisStrokeTIAAspirinOther