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CAROTID ENDARTERECTOMY

Surgical Clinics of North America, 1998
Although controversies still exist, recently reported trials have confirmed the efficacy of carotid endarterectomy and more clearly elucidated the appropriate indications for surgical therapy. The efforts to optimize outcomes for patients with carotid artery disease have expanded to the asymptomatic patient, the patient suffering from stroke, and the ...
P N, Riggs, J A, DeWeese
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Carotid Angioplasty

Interventional Neuroradiology, 1999
Although no consensus yet exists on the ideal patient characteristics, materials, and indications for carotid angioplasty, it is clear that this procedure which is increasing in popularity will continue to do so. Until such time as the procedure is routinely approved (there are still barriers to insurance coverage for these procedures in the United ...
G, Duckwiler, Y P, Gobin, F, ViƱuela
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Carotid Endarterectomy

Neurosurgery, 2002
Abstract CAROTID ENDARTERECTOMY IS a procedure that has withstood the test of time and scientific scrutiny to remain an important technique for the surgical prevention of stroke. Several aspects of this operation are critical for success, i.e., improving on the natural history of carotid artery ...
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Carotid Endarterectomy

Surgical Clinics of North America, 1975
During the last 20 years carotid endarterectomy has become an important method of treatment for selected patients with arteriosclerotic cerebrovascular disease. Improvement in selection of patients for operation, in anesthetic management, and in surgical techniques has resulted in a decline in complications associated with the operation.
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Carotid endarterectomy

Nursing Standard, 2001
Cerebrovascular accident or stroke is a common cause of death and disability. Carotid endarterectomy is a surgical procedure performed to prevent ischaemic stroke. This article provides an overview of atherosclerotic carotid disease and issues involved with carotid endarterectomy.
C, Bick, C, Imray
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Carotid Ultrasound

Radiologic Clinics of North America, 2019
Doppler ultrasound (US) is the primary noninvasive imaging modality for detecting, grading, and monitoring extracranial internal carotid artery (ICA) stenosis, which is a well-established surrogate marker for stroke risk. In addition, Doppler US is the primary imaging modality for surveillance of patients following carotid intervention with ...
Leslie M, Scoutt   +1 more
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Carotid Endarterectomy

Neurologic Clinics, 1983
Carotid endarterectomy should be limited to selected patients who are good risks with definitive diagnostic criteria. The author discusses indications for carotid endarterectomy, postoperative management and timing, and operative technique.
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CAROTID ULTRASOUND

Radiologic Clinics of North America, 2001
This article provides an overview of basic diagnostic carotid ultrasound applications, and emphasizes practical aspects of this examination. Areas currently being investigated include carotid plaque characterization and applications relative to IMT measurements. Contrast-enhanced ultrasound imaging also offers promise to improve plaque characterization,
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CAROTID ULTRASOUND

Neuroimaging Clinics of North America, 1996
Carotid ultrasonography has become the preferred imaging technique for screening patients with suspected atherosclerotic cerebrovascular disease. The principles underlying duplex Doppler sonography and color and power Doppler ultrasonography are discussed. A standard approach to the performance and interpretation of carotid ultrasonography is presented,
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