趙啟明醫生醫務所         Dr Leo Chiu, Central Vascular Clinic

During carotid endarterectomy the plaque from inside the arterial wall is removed. The artery is carefully exposed through an incision running vertically in the side of the neck. The artery is opened, cleared of the debris and carefully sewn up again. The operation can be done under local or general anaesthetic. Normal activities can quickly be resumed after surgery. Results of treatment Carotid endarterectomy is a well established operation. When performed by an experienced surgeon it is safe.  Reduces the risk of stroke from 1 in 5 to 1 in 25. It provides good long-term results. Reduces the risk of stroke from 1 in 5 to 1 in 25. It provides good long-term results. Between 1 and 3 in 100 having the procedure will have a stroket during he operation. There are few side effects of the operation. Very occasionally, adjacent nerves may be damaged but most recover spontaneously. After operation there will be no limitations or alterations to lifestyle.