Procedure
Carotid Artery Surgery
A procedure that removes plaque from or places a stent in a narrowed carotid artery in the neck to lower stroke risk.
Also called: carotid endarterectomy, carotid stenting
Who Can Help with Carotid Artery Surgery?
- Vascular Surgeons
A surgeon who treats diseases of the arteries and veins, such as blocked arteries, aneurysms and varicose veins.
Where Practices List Carotid Artery Surgery
Cities where practice websites say they offer it.
- Pittsburgh, PA (1,098)
- Baltimore, MD (9)
- Somerset, KY (5)
Related
- Amputation
- Angioplasty and Stenting
- Angioplasty and Stents
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- Blood Clots
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Wounds
- Compression Therapy
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- Diabetic Foot Ulcers
- Dialysis Access
- Dialysis Access Surgery
- IVC Filter
- Leg Artery Bypass Surgery
General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about carotid artery surgery and what is right for you.