Carotid angioplasty and stenting: current status |
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| Authors: | D M Pelz S P Lownie |
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| Institution: | Department of Diagnostic Radiology, University of Western Ontario, London. |
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| Abstract: | Carotid angioplasty and stenting has recently emerged as a popular alternative to endarterectomy for the treatment of carotid atherosclerosis. Carotid endarterectomy has been scientifically validated, but many believe carotid angioplasty and stenting to be a less invasive, less expensive and equally safe and effective method of treatment. The evidence for and against the use of each procedure will be discussed. |
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