Previously unappreciated carotid artery stenosis diagnosed by cone beam computerized tomography.
J Oral Maxillofac Surg
; 71(4): 702-5, 2013 Apr.
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| ID: mdl-23245518
ABSTRACT
Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the western world. Calcification noted on cone beam computerized tomography, frequently used to evaluate the maxillofacial structures for extent of tumor, trauma, and implant placement, may indicate atherosclerotic disease in the carotid artery. Internal carotid artery stenosis is a recognized risk factor for stroke; multiple, large randomized controlled trials have demonstrated a decreased risk of stroke after repair of the stenotic artery. Recognition of calcified carotid artery plaque, on cone beam computerized tomography during the course of surgical care may offer the opportunity for stroke risk reduction.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Artéria Carótida Interna
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Estenose das Carótidas
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Artéria Carótida Primitiva
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Aterosclerose
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Tomografia Computadorizada de Feixe Cônico
Tipo de estudo:
Clinical_trials
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Diagnostic_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
Limite:
Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2013
Tipo de documento:
Article