Stroke Risk Screening Programs
Headache, blurry vision, or nausea and vomiting?
Don’t dismiss these symptoms—they could be warning signs of stroke.
Approximately 80% of strokes are caused by narrowing or blockage of blood vessels, leading to insufficient blood flow to the brain. This can result in partial or full paralysis.
Symptoms of Stroke
- Slurred speech, difficulty speaking, or facial drooping
- Blurry or double vision
- Headache and dizziness
- Unsteady gait or difficulty balancing
- Numbness or weakness in the face or body
Why Screen the Carotid Arteries?
The carotid arteries supply blood from the heart to the brain. Fat deposits in these arteries can lead to clots that block blood flow to the brain, resulting in ischemia and increasing the risk of paralysis or stroke.
Who Should Undergo Carotid Artery Screening?
- Individuals with stroke risk factors such as advanced age, high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, or smoking habits
- Those experiencing fainting spells, frequent dizziness, headaches, blurry vision, or hearing a whooshing sound in the neck
- Individuals with symptoms of ischemic stroke or a transient ischemic attack (TIA)
Stroke Risk Can Be Assessed through Multiple Methods
Stroke Risk Screening Programs
| Program | Promotion / Online Price (TH) |
Brain Aneurysm Screening
|
7,199 |
| Carotid Doppler Ultrasound A program using ultrasound to evaluate blood flow in the carotid arteries, which supply blood to the brain, to assess the risk of ischemic stroke |
4,000 |
| Stop Stroke Screening 1 A stroke risk assessment program that includes:
|
15,000* |
| Stop Stroke Screening 2 A stroke risk assessment program that includes:
|
25,000 |
