10-year results of the Asymptomatic Carotid Surgery Trial

Patients with substantial carotid artery stenosis (CAS) are at increased risk of suffering disabling or fatal ischaemic stroke. Carotid endarterectomy (CEA) reduces this risk but there is continuing uncertainty regarding immediate risks and long-term benefits. The Asymptomatic Carotid Surgery Trial...

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Autor Principal: Halliday, A
Formato: Journal article
Publicado: Wiley 2009