Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) is a surgery to remove plaque from the carotid artery, which helps improve blood flow to the brain and prevents strokes. In this study, doctors want to find out which of two techniques, Conventional CEA (C-CEA) or Eversion CEA (E-CEA), is safer and more effective. C-CEA involves a vertical cut in the artery and closing it with a patch, while E-CEA uses a different method to remove plaque. Both techniques are used for patients with carotid stenosis, a condition where arteries are narrowed by plaque, leading to possible strokes.
Researchers will work with 40 patients, divided into two groups to test each method. Doctors are seeking patients who have had strokes or show severe symptoms from artery narrowing. However, those with non-atherosclerotic conditions or recent strokes within two weeks aren't eligible.
- Study involves 40 participants, divided equally to test different techniques.
- Participants should have carotid stenosis with symptoms or a history of stroke.
- This study compares safety and effectiveness of two surgical methods.