Function and Surgical Repair of the Carotid and Vertebral Arteries

[caption id="attachment_20290" align="alignright" width="231"] Function and Surgical Repair of the Carotid and Vertebral Arteries[/caption] Ramon, M.D., Ph.D. Berguer (Author), Lorie Gavulic (Illustrator) More than a procedural guide, the text represents a guide to decision-making highlighting individual anatomy, patient screening, selection of procedure, surgical technique, avoidance of pitfalls, and management of potential complications. -Patient-centered approach highlights patient outcomes in the choice of surgical options. -Detailed descriptions of vascular anatomy, including anatomic variations, help tailor surgical approaches to each patient. -Procedural information weighs the pros and cons of open surgery, such as carotid endarterectomy (CEA), versus carotid angioplasty and stents (CAS). -Comparisons of open and intravascular procedures help readers make informed therapeutic choices for each patient. Product Details Hardcover Publisher: Wolters Kluwer Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 1 Har/Psc edition (November 18, 2013) Language: English ISBN-10: 1451192584 ISBN-13: 978-1451192582 ISBN-13: 9781451192582 eText ISBN: 9781469856681