The brain receives its blood supply from four major arteries - two vertebral arteries and two internal carotid arteries. The vertebral arteries branch into the basilar artery, which gives rise to various important branches. The internal carotid arteries supply the anterior and middle cerebral arteri

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ACST-2 is a randomized trial comparing carotid artery stenting (CAS) versus carotid artery surgery (CEA) in asymptomatic patients with severe carotid stenosis. The trial, published in The Lancet in August 2021, involved 3625 patients. While surgery has been shown to reduce stroke rates, modern medic

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This informative content details the histo-anatomy of blood vessels, pathophysiology of atherosclerosis, peripheral ischemia, and carotid artery disease. It covers the definition, risk factors, and processes involved in atherosclerosis, including endothelial cell function, blood flow dynamics, and f

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Carotid endarterectomy is a crucial vascular operation aimed at improving outcomes for patients at risk of stroke. This procedure targets the removal of plaque build-up in the carotid arteries to prevent further cerebrovascular events. The surgery's effectiveness is highlighted by its impact on redu

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The Vascular Ultrasound Registry Pilot Project, led by Dr. David Dawson and Dr. Gregory L. Moneta, aims to enhance research, education, and quality in vascular ultrasound. This initiative involves a formal collaboration between SVS PSO, SVU, and M2S/Medstreaming to integrate images and data into cli

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Central vs peripheral blood pressure differences have clinical implications as systolic pressure amplification occurs due to changes in arterial stiffness moving away from the heart. Central pressure measurements, more closely related to cardiovascular events, provide valuable insights for assessing

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Division of Vascular Surgery at the University of Utah School of Medicine, led by Dr. Benjamin S. Brooke, MD, PhD, conducted a session on Carotid Endarterectomy, including a de-identified case review, discussion on variable variations, and Q&A for CEA VQI abstraction. The session highlighted limitat

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This information presents a comprehensive guide for heart and neck vessels assessment, including objectives, necessary equipment, preparation steps, subjective data to consider, techniques for palpating and auscultating the carotid artery, normal findings, and more. It emphasizes the importance of s

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Explore the key concepts related to arteries, including their definition, anastomosis, end arteries, aorta divisions, and major artery distribution in the body. Learn about the general principles of arteries and their role in blood circulation, emphasizing the importance of anastomoses. Dive into th

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This comprehensive update discusses recent findings and ongoing studies related to carotid artery disease treatment options, particularly focusing on revascularization procedures in symptomatic and asymptomatic patients. Key trials like ECST-2, ACTRIS, EVA-3S, SPACE, ICSS, CREST, and more are highli

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