Platelet Aggregability as a Predictor of Restenosis Following Carotid Endarterectomy

Background: Antiplatelet drugs are administered before and after carotid endarterectomies (CEAs), but their efficacy for preventing restenosis remains unclear. Hence, this study aimed to identify associations between postoperative restenosis and platelet aggregability in CEA patients. Methods: Thirty-six consecutive CEA patients treated at Tokyo Women's Medical University from May 2013 to March 2015 were included in this retrospective study. Restenosis was defined as a stenosis ratio greater than or equal to 50% per the European Carotid Surgery Trial criteria or peak systolic velocity of 150 cm/s on carotid ultrasound.
Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - Category: Neurology Authors: Source Type: research