CEA vs CAS (CREST) trial
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Introduction
Carotid endarterectomy (CEA) vs carotid artery stenting (CAS)
Primary outcome: prevention of stroke, myocardial infarction or death at 30 days, or an ipsilateral stroke during a 4 year follow-up
Entry criteria: > 70% carotid artery stenosis with a history of TIA, non-disabling stroke or amaurosis fugax
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References
- ↑ Ovbiagele B, In: Intensive Course in Geriatric Medicine & Board Review, Marina Del Ray, CA, Sept 29-Oct 2, 2004