Mean Platelet Volume as a Predictor for Restenosis After Carotid Angioplasty and Stenting [Clinical Sciences]

Conclusions—Elevated MPV may be associated with ISR after CAS. Patients with high preprocedural MPV may benefit from an intensified antiplatelet therapy after CAS.

Source: Stroke - March 26, 2018 Category: Neurology Authors: Zhengze Dai, Jie Gao, Shun Li, Rongrong Li, Zhaoyao Chen, Meng Liang, Xinfeng Liu, Gelin Xu Tags: Stent, Ischemic Stroke, Atherosclerosis, Restenosis Original Contributions Source Type: research