Contemporary Characteristics and Outcomes of Young Patients (under 50 years) Undergoing Open Carotid Artery Surgery

Stroke is the second leading cause of death worldwide, with 10% of neurological events occurring in adults 18-49. The incidence in this age group has risen over the last two decades (while falling in the aged), despite improved diagnostic capacity and greater ability to treat it medically and surgically. We are unaware of any modern data regarding the risk factors and outcomes after carotid artery surgery in this demographic. We sought to evaluate the contemporary characteristics and outcomes of young adults undergoing carotid surgery.
Source: Annals of Vascular Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Source Type: research