Carotid endarterectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of atherosclerotic plaques and the restoration of normal blood flow in the carotid artery. This operation is typical in cases of atherosclerotic stenosis and has been performed by the surgeons of the Top Ichilov clinic for many years.
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Carotid endarterectomy in Israel is performed under local anesthesia and involves the removal of the plaque that narrows the carotid artery.
- The operation is performed through an access point at the anterior edge of the sternocleidomastoid muscle;
- The surgeon makes a longitudinal incision, avoiding contact with the plaque to prevent its detachment;
- Then, the arteries are mobilized, a longitudinal arteriotomy is performed, and the plaque is removed;
- The artery is sutured in such a way as to prevent the recurrence of plaques (for example, by using a "patch" that expands);
- At the end of the operation, the patient is prescribed conservative treatment with the use of heparin, antiplatelet agents, etc.
Typically, hospitalization for carotid endarterectomy at the Top Ichilov clinic takes no more than 3 days. The operation to remove plaques from the carotid artery does not cause complications. Stitches can be removed as early as the seventh day.
According to statistics, stroke is the third most common cause of mortality in modern industrial cities. More than 80% of such strokes occur due to damage to the vertebral and carotid arteries — their narrowing or blockage. Therefore, it is very important to timely diagnose carotid artery stenosis.
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Latest Diagnostic Methods
Carotid endarterectomy in Israel is performed only after preliminary research, for which state-of-the-art medical equipment and the latest diagnostic methods are used:
- Computed tomography of the brain to assess the condition of intracranial vessels;
- Duplex ultrasound scanning (a diagnostic method that combines traditional ultrasound of vessels with Doppler ultrasound examination);
- Angiographic examination (a method based on contrast radiological examination of vessels).
Using the methods described above, specialists at the Top Ichilov clinic determine the degree of blood flow disturbance, the main parameters of cerebral circulation, and the localization of atherosclerotic plaques. Carotid endarterectomy in Israel is performed using only the most modern equipment. Contact Top Ichilov — and you can expect accurate diagnostics and quality medical care from the best Israeli doctors.
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