Posterior transverse plication of the internal carotid artery to correct for kinking
Conclusions: Although the indications for additional shortening procedures following CEA need to be defined, in this small series, PTP as an additional shortening procedure of the ICA following CEA seems feasible and safe with no additional periprocedural risk for narrowing at the plicature or thrombosis of the endarterectomy plane. However, restenosis at the plicature may hamper the long term benefit of carotid reconstruction.
Source: Journal of Vascular Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Michiel H.F. Poorthuis, Eelco C. Brand, Raechel J. Toorop, Frans L. Moll, Gert Jan de Borst Tags: Clinical research studies Source Type: research
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