A Microscopic and Biomarker Evaluation of Embolic Filter Debris Collected During Carotid Artery Stenting

Conclusion: Histological analysis revealed particulate embolization in all EPDs used during CAS. Symptomatic patients had a larger volume of embolic debris, mean particle size, and the biomarkers associated with inflammation, necrotic core, and diminished fibrous cap.

Source: Journal of Endovascular Therapy - March 16, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Yang, M., Yu, Y., Walsh, W. R., Yang, J.-L., Baker, L., Lennox, A. F., Crowe, P. J., Varcoe, R. L. Tags: Carotid Artery Stenting Source Type: research