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Carotid artery disease is also called carotid artery stenosis. The term refers to the narrowing of the carotid arteries. This narrowing is usually caused by the buildup of fatty substances and cholesterol deposits, called plaque. Carotid artery occlusion refers to complete blockage of the artery.
Carotid artery blockage is brought on when there is a constriction and a narrowing of the arteries. This is mainly caused when there is an accumulation of too many fatty substances in the body as well as cholesterol elements. These are known as plaque.n accumulation of plaque is one of the main reasons for an artery blockage. Clot Formation. One other reason that can cause an artery blockage is that a blood clot can obstruct the artery and cause a blockage.