Should my mom have carotid artery stenting done? wht are the risks with this?

Complicated: A doctor that knows your mother well can advise on whether a carotid stenosis needs to be fixed based on symptoms and severity of stenosis. The choice of surgical endarterectomy versus stenting can be discussed at that time. Results are similar with both methods. She should make sure her insurance carrier will pay for a carotid stent procedure.

Carotid disease: Surgical carotid endarterectomy has very good results in experienced hands. Surgery is superior to carotid stenting.