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1. Despite 3% perioperative stroke/death rate, CEA for asymptomatic carotid stenosis reduces the risk of ipsilateral stroke by 30% over 3 years. | 1. Despite 3% perioperative stroke/death rate, CEA for asymptomatic carotid stenosis reduces the risk of ipsilateral stroke by 30% over 3 years. | ||
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<br/>2. Refer for carotid endarterectomy if the patient has > 70% occlusion and an expected lifespan of > 5 years and the anticipated operative morbidity and mortality is < 3%-6%. | <br/>2. Refer for carotid endarterectomy if the patient has > 70% occlusion and an expected lifespan of > 5 years and the anticipated operative morbidity and mortality is < 3%-6%. | ||
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SUMMARY
1. Despite 3% perioperative stroke/death rate, CEA for asymptomatic carotid stenosis reduces the risk of ipsilateral stroke by 30% over 3 years.
2. Refer for carotid endarterectomy if the patient has > 70% occlusion and an expected lifespan of > 5 years and the anticipated operative morbidity and mortality is < 3%-6%.
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