Withdrawal of statins therapy in patients after carotid endarterectomy associated with increasing risk of significant restenosis

Background: The benefit of carotid revascularization is decreased by the occurrence of restenosis at the site of surgery, which is associated with a modestly increased risk of stroke. Preventing restenosis plays pivotal role in the overall treatment and prevention of stroke in patients with carotid artery disease.
Source: Artery Research - Category: Cardiology Authors: Source Type: research