Sex differences in outcome after carotid revascularization in symptomatic and asymptomatic carotid artery stenosis

Resource type: Publication Publication
  • Authors
    Kremer, Christine; Lorenzano, Svetlana; Bejot, Yannick; Lal, Avtar; Epple, Corina; Gdovinova, Zuzana; Mono, Marie-Luise; Karapanayiotides, Theodore; Jovanovic, Dejana; Dawson, Jesse; Caso, Valeria
  • Type
    Original Research
  • Journal
    Journal of Vascular Surgery
  • Publication Date
    2023
  • Abstract

    Sex differences regarding the safety and efficacy of carotid revascularization in carotid artery stenosis have been addressed in several studies with conflicting results. Moreover, women are underrepresented in clinical trials, leading to limited conclusions regarding the safety and efficacy of acute stroke treatments.