VASCULAR SURGERY
Case #8 - A 72 year old with intermittent L eye visual changes |
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: |
9.) What are indications for surgery in carotid disease?
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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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