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Endarterectomy for 50% to 60% or More Stenosis Without Symptoms


Endarterectomy for 50% to 60% or More Stenosis Without Symptoms

If you have 50% to 60% carotid stenosis (narrowing) but no symptoms, such as a previous TIA or mild stroke, the benefit may not be great enough to risk potential complications from surgery. Your doctor may recommend surgery only if you have moderate to severe narrowing and a low risk of complications from the surgery.

The American Heart Association recommends treatment with medications for people in this category.1

References

Citations

  1. Biller J, et al. (1998). Guidelines for carotid endarterectomy: A statement for healthcare professionals from a special writing group of the Stroke Council of the American Heart Association. Circulation, 97(5): 501–509.

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ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerE. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerRichard D. Zorowitz, MD - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Last RevisedJanuary 7, 2011

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