Relationships of LDLR genetic polymorphisms with cerebral infarction: a meta-analysis.

This meta-analysis was undertaken to identify the relationships between genetic polymorphisms in the LDLR gene and the risk of cerebral infarction. The Web of Science (1945-2013), the Cochrane Library Database (Issue 12, 2013), PubMed (1966-2013), EMBASE (1980-2013), CINAHL (1982-2013) and the Chinese Biomedical Database (CBM) (1982-2013) were searched for relevant articles without language restrictions. Meta-analysis was conducted using the STATA 12.

[Clinical analysis of microsurgical carotid endarterectomy for carotid stenosis and occlusion].

Objective: To evaluate the clinical effects of carotid endarterectomy for carotid stenosis and occlusion.

Methods: From August 2005 to November 2008 moderate and severe carotid stenosis or occlusion were found in 16 patients by Doppler ultrasonography (DUS), MRA, CTA, DSA. The stenosis degree ranged from 60% to 99% in 14 patients and complete occlusion in 2 patients.