Prognosis For A Stroke
Health Encyclopedia: Stroke Secondary To Carotid Stenosis
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Surgery to remove the plaque from the carotid (neck) arteries may be needed, especially ifmore than 70% of the carotid artery is blocked. The procedure is called
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Stroke is a leading cause of death in the United States. About 25% of people who have a stroke di...
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