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How effective is a carotid endarterectomy for treating a stroke?
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Prevents, doesn't tx: While it's semantics, carotid endarterectomy doesn't "treat" stroke as much as it's performed to prevent one. Success depends upon experience of surgeon & operating team/hospital.
Answered 5/24/2015
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