Beneficial Effect of Carotid Endarterectomy in Symptomatic Patients with High-Grade Carotid Stenosis

Key Points

• Evaluate the benefits of carotid endarterectomy in patients with high-grade carotid stenosis experiencing ischemic events.
• Focus on symptomatic patients with ipsilateral high-grade stenosis (70-99%)
• Compare outcomes of patients with recent transient ischemic attacks or nondisabling strokes
• Assess the impact of surgery on reducing further ischemic episodes.
• Carotid endarterectomy significantly reduces the risk of future strokes in the studied population.
• Patients with high-grade stenosis showed improved functional outcomes post-surgery.
• The surgery is especially beneficial for those with recent ischemic events, promoting better recovery.