Simultaneous Bilateral vs Unilateral Carotid Artery Stenting: 30-Day and 1-Year Results

Conclusion: The study showed that simultaneous bilateral CAS had no more adverse events than unilateral CAS during the periprocedural period or within 1 year. This 1-stage strategy may become a valuable alternative in the treatment of patients with severe bilateral carotid stenosis.

Source: Journal of Endovascular Therapy - March 16, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Jiang, X.-j., Dong, H., Peng, M., Zou, Y.-b., Song, L., Xu, B., Zhang, H.-m., Wu, H.-y., Zhou, X.-l., Yang, Y.-j., Gao, R.-l. Tags: Carotid Artery Stenting Source Type: research