Angioplasty and stenting of the carotid and supra-aortic trunks

• Other Authors: Henry, Michel (Editor), Ohki, Takao (Editor), Polydorou, Antonio (Editor), Strigaris, Kyriakos (Editor), Kiskinis, Dimitrios (Editor)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: London Martin Dunitz 2004
• Subjects: Carotid Stenosis > surgery; Angioplasty; Endarterectomy, Carotid; Stents; Outcome and Process Assessment (Health Care)
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 Although carotid endarectomy (CEA) has long been considered the gold standard technique, recent studies report that short- and long-term results with carotid angioplasty and stenting(CAS) are comparable to those with CEA in a significant number of cases. Covering clinical assessment, techniques and devices, medical treatment, and more, Angioplasty and Stenting of the Carotid and Supra-Aortic Trunks reviews the state of the art in CAS. The editors have drawn together a panel of experts to provide an up-to-date snapshot that summarizes current, relevant knowledge about endovascular interventional therapy for carotid disease. They present a broad overview of approaches and techniques, a discussion of protection devices and potential pitfalls, and coverage of methods to reduce potential complications, select and enlarge indications, and improve short- and long-term results. A report from the leading edge of medical science, this resource supplies the cutting-edge information you need to determine when it is appropriate to use CAS