Regarding “Routine Early Postoperative Duplex Scanning is Unnecessary Following Uncomplicated Carotid Endarterectomy”

Abstract

Get full access to this article

View all access options for this article.

References

1. Kresowik TF , Hemay RA , Grund SL , et al: Improving the outcomes of carotid endarterectomy: Results on a statewide quality improvement project. J Vasc Surg 31:918-926, 2000.

2. Liapis CD , Kakisis JD , Kostakis AG , et al: Recurrent carotid stenosis: Natural history and predisposing factors. Int Angiol 330-336, 2001.

3. Liapis CD , Kakisis JD , Dimitroulis DA , et al: The impact of the carotid plaque type on restenosis and future cardiovascular events: A 12-year prospective study. Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg (in press), 2002.