Transcarotid Artery Revascularization as a new Modality of Treatment for Carotid Stenosis

Carotid artery stenosis is a significant cause of ischaemic stroke and studies have shown that trans-femoral carotid artery stenting is associated with a higher perioperative stroke risk than open endarterectomy. Trans-carotid artery revascularization (TCAR) is a novel technique in carotid stenting via direct trans-cervical carotid access without the risk of arch manipulation, offers a smaller wound than endarterectomy and employs flow reversal to decrease the risk of antegrade embolic stroke. Contemporary evidence on the safety and efficacy of TCAR is reviewed.
Source: Annals of Vascular Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Tags: General Review Source Type: research