Imaging for carotid stenting. J Cardiovasc Surg (Torino) 2011 Dec;52(6):795-801
Date
11/05/2011Pubmed ID
22051988Scopus ID
2-s2.0-84055176965 (requires institutional sign-in at Scopus site) 1 CitationAbstract
Carotid artery stenting (CAS) using embolic protection devices (EPD) has emerged as a viable alternative to carotid endarterectomy (CEA) in select patients. Imaging plays a critical role in the selection of patients for CAS. Duplex ultrasonography alone is insufficient to assess patients for CAS suitability. Advancements in computed tomography angiography (CTA) and magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) techniques are helping to identify lesions vulnerable to cerebral embolization during carotid interventions - a more prevalent event during CAS in comparison to CEA. Here we review the relevant data on the various imaging techniques available to improve patient selection and minimize neurologic adverse events during carotid artery stenting.
Author List
Lee CJ, Eskandari MKMESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold
AngioplastyCarotid Artery Diseases
Cerebrovascular Disorders
Diagnostic Imaging
Embolic Protection Devices
Humans
Magnetic Resonance Angiography
Patient Selection
Predictive Value of Tests
Prosthesis Design
Risk Assessment
Risk Factors
Severity of Illness Index
Stents
Tomography, X-Ray Computed
Treatment Outcome
Ultrasonography, Doppler, Duplex
