Carotid endarterectomy. Current indications for elective and emergency surgery.
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Division of Neurosurgery, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City 52242.
D002339:Carotid Arteries / Q000601:surgery*; D002340:Carotid Artery Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery; D002561:Cerebrovascular Disorders / Q000517:prevention & control; D004691:Endarterectomy / Q000009:adverse effects; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D002546:Ischemic Attack, Transient / Q000601:surgery; D008875:Middle Aged; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D011446:Prospective Studies; D012307:Risk Factors