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Outcomes of carotid endarterectomy in octogenarians compared to their younger counterparts: a retrospective observational study.

Joon-Kee ParkShin-Seok YangDong-Ik KimYoung-Wook KimDa-Hyun KimYang-Jin Park
Published in: Annals of surgical treatment and research (2024)
CEA would be a safe and effective treatment for octogenarians with low 30-day complications and long-term stroke rates, comparable with that of younger counterparts. Advanced age is not a contraindication for CEA.
Keyphrases
  • atrial fibrillation
  • risk factors
  • type diabetes
  • combination therapy
  • insulin resistance
  • cerebral ischemia
  • subarachnoid hemorrhage