Impact of duplex scanning on carotid endarterectomy.
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Abstract
Duplex ultrasound permits safe and accurate assessment of the extracranial vasculature. This paper reports the change in patterns of referral to a specialized vascular unit following its introduction; increased referrals were seen in all specialties except neurology. A widely available and reliable duplex service has revealed more extracranial vascular disease than was previously recognized, and has increased referrals for carotid endarterectomy, thereby increasing surgical workload.
Medical subject headings
- Arteriosclerosis
- Carotid Arteries
- Carotid Artery Diseases
- Endarterectomy
- Ultrasonography