High-Risk Anatomic Variables and Plaque Characteristics in Carotid Artery Stenting

Conclusion:
Our data suggest that degree of internal carotid artery stenosis and aortic arch calcification may be associated with increased perioperative neurologic risk during carotid stenting, but arch type is not.

Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - January 5, 2015 Category: Surgery Authors: Morgan, C. E., Lee, C. J., Chin, J. A., Eskandari, M. K., Morasch, M. D., Rodriguez, H. E., Helenowski, I. B., Kibbe, M. R. Tags: Articles Source Type: research