Carotid endarterectomy has traditionally been the primary strategy for severe carotid artery stenoses, whether asymptomatic and symptomatic. However, recent randomized clinical trials and registry studies have indicated carotid artery stenting (CAS) as a clinically viable alternative. This chapter discusses the indications, techniques, and potential complications associated with CAS, providing a comprehensive overview of its use for clinicians.

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Carotid Artery Stenting—Indications and Technique

  • Akio Hyodo,
  • Tomoji Takigawa,
  • Yasuhiko Nariai

摘要

Carotid endarterectomy has traditionally been the primary strategy for severe carotid artery stenoses, whether asymptomatic and symptomatic. However, recent randomized clinical trials and registry studies have indicated carotid artery stenting (CAS) as a clinically viable alternative. This chapter discusses the indications, techniques, and potential complications associated with CAS, providing a comprehensive overview of its use for clinicians.