The role of panoramic radiographs in the medical surveillance of a patient at risk for stroke: case report.
Journal Article (Journal Article)
Positive carotid calcifications on a panoramic radiograph were found to be in agreement with significant carotid stenosis as determined by duplex ultrasound examination. As dentists are expected to be aware of systemic health conditions that they identify while providing dental care and to refer patients for follow-up medical care, this case report may help dentists to detect incidental carotid artery calcifications on panoramic radiographs.
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Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Almog, DM; Elad, S; Shortell, C
Published Date
- 2004
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 52 / 6
Start / End Page
- 514 - 516
PubMed ID
- 15636276
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 0363-6771
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- United States