Carotid Endarterectomy in Telangana
A surgical procedure to remove plaque buildup from the carotid arteries in the neck to restore blood flow to the brain and reduce the risk of stroke in patients…
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Types of Carotid Endarterectomy
The traditional open surgical approach removes plaque directly from the carotid artery through a neck incision. Carotid artery stenting, a less invasive alternative performed through a catheter in the groin, is used in select patients who are poor candidates for open surgery due to anatomy or other health conditions. The choice between the two depends on the patient's overall risk profile and artery anatomy.