Abstract
Background: Stroke is the leading cause of disability and second leading cause of death globally. Carotid artery stenosis accounts for 10-15% of ischaemic strokes. Carotid endarterectomy (CEA) is a surgical method of stroke risk reduction in patients with high-grade stenosis. Best evidence recommends CEA within 14 days of an acute neurological event in patients with ipsilateral stenosis >70% to confer maximum preventative benefit.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
