Carotid endarterectomy: improved clinical outcome and reduced length of hospitalization.
BACKGROUND
This exercise is intended for vascular surgeons, neurologists, cardiologists, and primary care physicians caring for persons who are at risk for or who have suffered a stroke.


OBJECTIVE
To present data from a single institution on the incidence and costs associated with carotid endarterectomy compared with other techniques to diagnose and prevent stroke.


OBJECTIVE
1. Outline the prevalence of stroke in the United States and the role of carotid endarterectomy (CEA) in its treatment. 2. Discuss the various preoperative tests that help determine a patient's suitability for CEA. 3. Discuss the cost implications of stroke prevention.
Gellido
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Department of Neurology, Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY, USA. cgellido@msn.com
Kaufman
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D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D002561:Cerebrovascular Disorders / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000517:prevention & control*; D004502:Education, Medical, Continuing; D016894:Endarterectomy, Carotid / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000401:mortality / Q000706:statistics & numerical data*; D005260:Female; D006786:Hospitals, Urban / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D006801:Humans; D007902:Length of Stay / Q000706:statistics & numerical data*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009519:New York City; D018570:Risk Assessment; D012307:Risk Factors; D016896:Treatment Outcome