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MANAGEMENT OF ATHEROSCLEROTIC EXTRACRANIAL CAROTID ARTERY STENOSIS
Leo H Bonati, Olav Jansen, Gert J de Borst, Martin M Brown
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Atherosclerosis leading to stenosis of the internal carotid artery is a significant cause of ischaemic strokes. The document reviews clinical trials comparing stenting and endarterectomy, highlighting the procedural risks and long-term effectiveness of both treatments. It also addresses the role of medical therapy in managing carotid stenosis and the importance of risk modeling in patient selection for interventions.
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