| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2993057 | Journal of Vascular Surgery | 2010 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Carotid stent fractures are mainly reported in self-expandable nitinol stents. Plaque calcification may be a risk factor for stent fractures. No difference was observed between open and closed-cell design. Stent fractures were often associated with restenosis and usually were asymptomatic. The actual incidence, clinical relevance, and optimal treatment remain to be clarified from larger prospective studies designed to investigate the issue.
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Authors
Giorgos S. MD, Aris MSc, PhD, Christos MD, Antonios MSc, PhD, Athanassios D. MSc, MD, PhD, EBSQvasc,