Influence of multiple stents on periprocedural stroke after carotid artery stenting in the Carotid Revascularization Endarterectomy versus Stent Trial (CREST)

In the Carotid Revascularization Endarterectomy versus Stent Trial (CREST), carotid artery atherosclerotic lesion length and nature of the lesions were important factors that predicted the observed difference in stroke rates between carotid endarterectomy and carotid artery stenting (CAS). Additional patient-related factors influencing CAS outcomes in CREST included age and symptomatic status. The importance of the operator's proficiency and its influence on periprocedural complications have not been well defined.

Source: Journal of Vascular Surgery - December 4, 2018 Category: Surgery Authors: Brajesh K. Lal, Gary S. Roubin, Michael Jones, Wayne Clark, Ariane Mackey, Michael D. Hill, Jenifer H. Voeks, George Howard, Robert W. Hobson, Thomas G. Brott Source Type: research