Efficacy and safety of urgent carotid endarterectomy in patients with acute ischemic stroke.

Introduction: Acute symptomatic occlusion of the internal carotid artery (ICA) is associated with unfavorable prognosis. However, no clear definition of its optimal treatment exists. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and risks of urgent carotid endarterectomy (CEA) in patients with ischemic stroke due to acute extracranial ICA occlusion.

Outcomes of Urgent Carotid Endarterectomy for Crescendo Transient Ischemic Attacks and Stroke in Evolution.

Background: Carotid endarterectomy (CEA) after an unstable neurological presentation is still a controversial issue. The aim of this study was to evaluate outcomes of urgent (≤48 hr) CEA in patients with crescendo transient ischemic attack (cTIA) or stroke in evolution (SIE).

Methods: A retrospective analysis was performed using prospectively collected data from all consecutive neurologically unstable patients who underwent urgent CEA during the period from January 2013 to November 2018.

Combined endovascular and surgical treatment of symptomatic tandem occlusion of common carotid artery and middle cerebral artery - case repor.

Introduction: Cerebrovascular events are among the most common causes of invalidity or death. The aim of treatment in acute cerebral ischemia is to restore the blood flow before irreversible necrosis of brain tissue and persistent neurologic deficit occur. Pharmacological, endovascular and surgical methods are employed in the treatment of these patients.

Safety of Early Carotid Endarterectomy after Intravenous Thrombolysis in Acute Ischemic Stroke.

Background: The timing of carotid endarterectomy (CEA) after intravenous thrombolysis (IVT) is still a controversial issue. The aim of this study was to assess the safety of early carotid interventions in patients treated with thrombolysis for acute ischemic stroke.

Methods: A retrospective analysis was performed using prospectively collected data from consecutive patients who underwent CEA for symptomatic internal carotid artery stenosis within 14 days after the index neurological event during the period from January 2013 to July 2016.

Emergent Carotid Thromboendarterectomy for Acute Symptomatic Occlusion of the Extracranial Internal Carotid Artery.

Background: Strokes secondary to acute internal carotid artery (ICA) occlusion are associated with an extremely poor prognosis. The best treatment approach in this setting is still unknown. The aim of our study was to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and outcomes of emergent surgical revascularization of acute extracranial ICA occlusion in patients with minor to severe ischemic stroke.