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Case #8 -
A 72 year old with intermittent L eye visual changes

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
9.) What are indications for surgery in carotid disease?

Carotid endarterectomy is indicated for >50% symptomatic stenosis. Surgery is indicated in asymptomatic stenosis that is >70% only in very good risk patients.  
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