Tips in Carotid Endarterectomy for the Vulnerable Plaque

Abstract

The vulnerable plaque associated with motion of intraplaque contents plays an important role symptomatic carotid stenosis. Embolic stroke often recurs and can worsen in prognosis. Carotid endarterectomy is mainly selected for the surgical treatment to avoid embolic risk. However, care must also be taken in the surgical procedure to avoid risk.