| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9173804 | Journal of Vascular Surgery | 2005 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Carotid endarterectomy impairs blood pressure homeostasis through surgical destruction of the ipsilateral carotid baroreflex mechanism. Patients with contralateral carotid stenosis have a reduced baroreflex reserve and show greater baroreflex dysfunction and hemodynamic instability after endarterectomy. These patients are at greater risk of postendarterectomy complications and should be monitored closely.
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Authors
S.A. MA MBBChir, Pippa G. BSc, Dominique PhD, Dino A. PhD, Michael E. (FRCS),