Carotid artery stenting versus carotid endarterectomy.
Journal Article (Journal Article;Review)
Stroke remains a significant contributor to morbidity and mortality in developed countries. Carotid artery stenosis is a major cause of stroke. Advances in medical therapy, surgical technique and endovascular maturation has resulted in options for the treatment of carotid stenosis. Here, we present a review of carotid artery stenting and carotid endarterectomy as it applies to trials comparing and contrasting the two treatment options. We also explore the intricacies surrounding reimbursement of these treatment strategies in the USA.
Full Text
Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Nanna, MG; Gomes, P; Njoh, RF; Ward, C; Attaran, RR; Mena, C
Published Date
- September 2016
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 92 / 1091
Start / End Page
- 532 - 539
PubMed ID
- 27317752
Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)
- 1469-0756
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1136/postgradmedj-2015-133689
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- England