Question 1

what is the definition or description of: carotid stenting?

Accepted Answer

Expandable metal...: Usually, in carotid stenting, a self-expanding stent made of nitinol is used. Nitinol is unusual in that it changes shape and size depending on the temperature at which it is in. So it may be 0.5 mm at room temperature and 10 mm in the carotid. A stent pushes plaque to the sides and opens up the artery to let blood through. This can be used to prevent a stroke.

Question 2

what kind of hospital does carotid stenting and endartectomy operations?

Accepted Answer

Many: Most full service general and specialty hospitals in major population centers may have these capabilities. Angiographic labs and vascular surgical specialists are the services to check out.

Question 3

my carotid artery is 80% blocked and i am going in for carotid stenting next thur. started smoking again. am i going to be okay??

Accepted Answer

Avoid smoking: since that is what caused it. Somewhat concerned about you getting a carotid stent at age 42 since it is reserved for high risk patients. You should discuss carotid stent vs carotid endarterectomy with your physician.

Question 4

can a carotid stent be visible from the outside?

Accepted Answer

No: Carotid stents can not be seen from the outside. It takes an x-ray to be able to visualize the carotid stent.

Question 5

who cannot have a carotid stent operation?

Accepted Answer

See below.: Patients with calcified arteries or plaque in the arteries in their chest - risk of it breaking off and causing a stroke. This includes many older patients >80 years. Patients with tortuous or twisted arteries - can't get the stent up to the carotid. Some argue that low surgical risk asymptomatic patients should get surgery or nothing due to the higher stroke risk in several studies with stents.

Question 6

can you tell me if there are any side effects of carotid stent procedure?

Accepted Answer

Potentially yes....: Carotid stenting is associated with a 4%-8% stroke risk (higher than endarterectomy), 1%-2% potential risk for a heart attack  (lower than endarterectomy), and femoral artery access complications such as bleeding (unique to carotid stenting). In the properly selected patient (suitable anatomy) with active heart disease, previous surgery or neck radiation, carotid stenting is a great procedure.

Question 7

when after a carotid stent placement is a severe headache ofconcern?

Accepted Answer

Follow up: A severe headache is always a concern, however when coupled with a major vascular surgery, it is something that should not be ignored.  You should notify your surgeon about your symptoms and follow up.  Best of luck.

Question 8

can a carotid stent cause me to have a headache due to more blood flow?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: If that is the cause use propanalol for short term. Usually it lasts less then a week.

Question 9

when should someone have carotid artery stenting done?

Accepted Answer

Carotid stenting: read this for some information:

http://www.vascularweb.org/vascularhealth/pages/carotid-stenting.aspx

Question 10

how is a carotid artery stent done?

Accepted Answer

Minimally invasive: A small coil-like tubular device (stent) is inserted at the site of blockage in the carotid artery via a tiny plastic tube going into the artery from the groin or arm. Only local anesthesia is used at site of injection in groin or arm and you are given sedatives through an intravenous (IV) line to keep you relaxed and comfortable. Takes on average 30 minutes, bed rest about 4-6 hrs after that.

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