| Past surgical history included right carotid endarterectomy, coronary stent placement, and angioplasty of his left lower extremity. |
| Through the removal of atherosclerotic plaques, carotid endarterectomy restores cerebral blood flow and reduces the risk of cerebral ischemia. |
| Firm evidence from two large trials has clarified the role of carotid endarterectomy in patients with ipsilateral severe carotid stenosis. |
| As he buttoned up his shirt, I noticed the scar on his neck from previous carotid endarterectomy surgery. |
| The overall benefit of carotid endarterectomy strongly depends on surgical risk. |
| Often patients undergoing carotid endarterectomy also have comorbid conditions, such as coronary artery disease, hypertension, or diabetes. |
