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This is the Scientific Surgery Archive, which contains all randomized clinical trials in surgery that have been identified by searching the top 50 English language medical journal issues since January 1998. Compiled by Jonothan J. Earnshaw, former Editor-in-Chief, BJS

Meta-analysis of randomized trials comparing carotid endarterectomy and endovascular treatment. Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg 2007; 34: 470-479.

Published: 1st January 2007

Authors: Luebke T, Aleksic M, Brunkwall J.

Conclusion

Seven trials including a total of 2972 procedures were analysed. Apart from the increased risk of cranial nerve injury, all major outcomes favoured carotid endarterectomy over stenting.



 

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