Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2987527 | Journal of Vascular Surgery | 2016 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
In this study, the correlation between preoperative duplex-documented high-grade carotid stenosis and postoperative stroke was low. Prudent use of preoperative carotid duplex ultrasound should be based on the presence of cerebrovascular symptoms and the type of open heart surgery.
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Authors
Judith C. MD, Loay S. MD, Edward L. PhD, Khalil MD, Jeffrey A. MD, Sara RVT, Kathleen P. RHIT, Gaetano MD, MHSA,