Vascular studies
Carotid duplex
Findings: 1-15% diameter reduction of the right ICA. 16-49%
diameter reduction of the left ICA. Both vertebral arteries are antegrade and
patent.
Transthoracic echocardiogram
Findings: Adequate study. Inferior wall akinesis. Ejection fraction estimated
at 45%. Mild concentric hypertrophy. Trace TR. Moderate MR. Left atrium is fibrillating
and the size is enlarged. No source of clot identified but the left atrial appendage
is not seen completely. Agitated saline does not reveal a right-to-left shunt.