Computed Tomography Perfusion Can Guide Endovascular Therapy in Bilateral Carotid Artery Dissection

Carotid artery dissection (CAD) is a major cause of stroke in those under age 45, accounting for around 20% of ischaemic events[1,2]. In the absence of known connective tissue disorders, most dissections are traumatic[2]. First-line management is comprised of antiplatelet or anticoagulation therapy,...

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Main Authors: Isuru Induruwa, Chloe Bentham, Kayvan Khadjooi, Nikhil Sharma
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SMC MEDIA SRL 2015-12-01
Series:European Journal of Case Reports in Internal Medicine
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Online Access:http://ejcrim.com/index.php/EJCRIM/article/view/295