Long-term outcomes of carotid endarterectomy vs transfemoral carotid stenting in a Medicare-matched database

Carotid endarterectomy (CEA) is associated with lower risk of perioperative stroke compared with transfemoral carotid artery stenting (TFCAS) in the treatment of carotid artery stenosis. However, there is discrepancy in data regarding long-term outcomes. We aimed to compare long-term outcomes of CEA vs TFCAS using the Medicare-matched Vascular Quality Initiative Vascular Implant Surveillance and Interventional Outcomes Network database.
Source: Journal of Vascular Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Source Type: research