Recruiting RCTs comparing CAS, CEA and best medical treatment for asymptomatic carotid stenosis

G. J. De Borst*

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Abstract

The present paper summarizes the similarities and differences between recent and ongoing randomized controlled trials on optimal treatment of patients with severe but asymptomatic carotid stenosis. Protocol details will be discussed as well as needs for outcome and especially differentiation between patients with a low versus high risk for future events.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)837-844
Number of pages8
JournalJournal of Cardiovascular Surgery
Volume56
Issue number6
Publication statusPublished - 1 Dec 2015

Keywords

  • Asymptomatic diseases
  • Carotid stenosis
  • Randomized controlled trials as topic

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