Preferred Label : carotid string sign;
RADLEX synonyms : angiographic string sign;
Definition : Thin string-like channel of contrast material in internal carotid artery. May suggest
internal carotid arterial dissection, radiation-associated carotid artery disease,
atherosclerosis, or thrombosis.;
Source : Radiology 2002; 222:237-238;
Origin ID : RID35074;
Associated condition(s)
Thin string-like channel of contrast material in internal carotid artery. May suggest
internal carotid arterial dissection, radiation-associated carotid artery disease,
atherosclerosis, or thrombosis.