Carotid Endarterectomy Treatment Abroad At Affordable Cost-Carotid

Carotid endarterectomy (CEA) and carotid artery angioplasty with stenting (CAS) are procedures performed to treat carotid artery disease in certain circumstances. Carotid artery disease, also called carotid artery stenosis, occurs when the carotid arteries, the main blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood to the brain, become narrowed.

It is unknown exactly how atherosclerosis begins or what causes it. Atherosclerosis is a slow, progressive, vascular disease that may start as early as childhood. However, the disease has the potential to progress rapidly. It is generally characterized by the accumulation of fatty deposits along the innermost layer of the arteries. If the disease process progresses, plaque formation may take place.

This thickening narrows the arteries and can decrease blood flow or completely block the flow of blood to the brain.To better understand how carotid artery disease affects the brain, a basic review of the anatomy of the circulation system of the brain follows...

What are the carotid arteries ?

The main supply of blood to the brain is carried by the carotid arteries. The carotid arteries branch off from the aorta (the largest artery in the body) a short distance from the heart, and extend upward through the neck carrying oxygen-rich blood to the brain...

Why are the carotid arteries important ?

Because the carotid arteries deliver blood to the brain, carotid artery disease can have serious implications by reducing the flow of oxygen and nutrients to the brain. The brain needs a constant supply of oxygen and nutrients in order to function. Even a brief interruption in blood supply can cause problems...

Carotid Artery Disease Treatment

There are two procedures used to treat carotid artery disease. The standard surgical procedure is carotid endarterectomy (CEA), while the newer minimally invasive endovascular intervention is called carotid artery angioplasty with stenting (CAS)...

Carotid Artery Disease Treatment

There are two procedures used to treat carotid artery disease. The standard surgical procedure is carotid endarterectomy (CEA), while the newer minimally invasive endovascular intervention is called carotid artery angioplasty with stenting (CAS).

Because of the potential for clots (emboli) to dislodge from the plaque into the circulation of the brain and possibly cause a stroke, there are now devices called embolic prevention devices (EPD) being used during CAS.

Carotid Endarterectomy or Carotid artery Angioplasty with Stenting ?

Carotid endarterectomy may be performed to treat a blockage or narrowing of the carotid arteries, thus improving blood supply to the brain. Carotid endarterectomy has been shown to be effective for preventing stroke in carotid artery disease.

Carotid artery angioplasty with stenting (CAS) is a procedure currently being used on selected patients who are at high risk for surgery. While this procedure is performed widely, the long-term effects are still being studied...

During the Procedure

Both carotid endarterectomy and carotid angioplasty with stenting require a stay in hospital. Procedures may vary depending on your condition and your physician's practices...

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