Early Outcome of Carotid Angioplasty and Stenting With and Without Cerebral Protection Devices

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Authors

Andreas Kastrup · University of Tübingen

Klaus Gröschel · University of Tübingen

Hilmar Krapf · University of Tübingen

Bernhard R. Brehm · University of Tübingen

J. Dichgans · University of Tübingen

Jörg B. Schulz · University of Tübingen

Abstract

On the basis of this early analysis of single-center studies, the use of cerebral protection devices appears to reduce thromboembolic complications during CAS. These technical aspects should be taken into account before the initiation of further randomized trials comparing CAS with carotid endarterectomy.

Topics & Keywords

Cerebrovascular and Carotid Artery Diseases Intracranial Aneurysms: Treatment and Complications Acute Ischemic Stroke Management

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Stroke

Volume 34, Issue 3, pp. 813-819

DOI: 10.1161/01.str.0000058160.53040.5f

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