Neuro-rescue during carotid stenting.
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.ejvs.2008.08.003.
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Abstract
This paper deals with the treatment of acute neurological complications that may occur during carotid angioplasty with stenting. Endovascular 'neurorescue' techniques include mechanical thrombus removal (using retrieval devices, aspiration catheters, and wire or balloon fragmentation) and local and intra-arterial thrombolysis. The treatment of acute thrombosis and dissection during carotid artery and stenting will also be discussed. Knowledge of these additional skills is essential to increasing the safety of carotid stenting procedures.
Medical subject headings
- Angioplasty
- Brain Diseases
- Carotid Artery Diseases
- Intraoperative Complications
- Stents