The Role of the Model of End-Stage Liver Disease Score in Predicting Outcomes of Carotid Endarterectomy

Conclusion:
High MELD score places asymptomatic patients undergoing carotid endarterectomy at a higher risk of adverse outcomes in the 30 days following surgery. This provides further empirical evidence for risk stratification when considering treatment for these patients. Outcomes of medical management or carotid stenting should be investigated in high-risk patients.

Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - September 13, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Krafcik, B. M., Farber, A., Eslami, M. H., Kalish, J. A., Rybin, D., Doros, G., King, E. G., Siracuse, J. J. Tags: Original Manuscripts Source Type: research