High-grade symptomatic and asymptomatic carotid stenosis in the very elderly. A challenge for proponents of carotid angioplasty and stenting

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Carotid angioplasty and stenting (CAS) is often considered as the preferred treatment for severe carotid occlusive disease in patients labelled as "high risk", including those aged 80 or more. We analyzed 30-day stroke risk...

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Main Authors: De Rossi Aldo, Barbon Bruno, Militello Carmelo, Da Giau Giuseppe, Ballotta Enzo, Meneghetti Giorgio, Baracchini Claudio
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-03-01
Series:BMC Cardiovascular Disorders
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2261/6/12