Delayed carotid wallstent shortening resulting in restenosis following successful carotid artery angioplasty and stenting

J Korean Neurosurg Soc. 2009 Nov;46(5):495-7. doi: 10.3340/jkns.2009.46.5.495. Epub 2009 Nov 30.

Abstract

Carotid angioplasty and stenting (CAS) for carotid stenosis has been increasingly used as an alternative treatment in patients not eligible for surgery. Even though CAS can be performed relatively simply in many cases, various complications can occur. We report four cases of CAS using the Carotid Wallstent, which were complicated by delayed shortening of the stent, resulting in restenosis after successful CAS.

Keywords: Carotid angioplasty and stenting; Restenosis; Stent shortening.

Publication types

  • Case Reports