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    Background:

    • The optimal treatment strategy for carotid stenosis, balancing surgical and endovascular interventions, remains a significant clinical question.
    • Recent clinical trial data have introduced further complexity and debate regarding the efficacy and safety of these procedures.

    Purpose of the Study:

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    • Review of major clinical trials comparing carotid endarterectomy and carotid stenting.
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    • Clinical trials report a wide spectrum of complication rates for both carotid endarterectomy and carotid stenting.
    • A threshold of 3% or lower for procedural complications is suggested as a benchmark for treating asymptomatic patients.

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