Carotid endarterectomy for symptomatic carotid stenosis.
BACKGROUND: Severe narrowing (stenosis) of the carotid artery is an important cause of stroke. Surgical treatment (carotid endarterectomy) may reduce the risk of stroke, but carries a risk of operative complications. OBJECTIVES: To determine the balance of benefit versus risk of endarterectomy plus...
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| Format: | Journal article |
| Language: | English |
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2011
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