May 28, 2010 (Barcelona, Spain) — Results of a prospective observational study suggest that use of transcranial Doppler (TCD) to detect embolic signals may be used to help with risk stratification of ...

In total, 194 participants (38 ± 12.6 years; 125 women and 69 men) were included in the study. Demographic and clinical characteristics are detailed in Table 1. Table 1 Demographic and clinical ...

Studies have shown that patients with asymptomatic carotid stenosis of more than 60% can benefit from carotid endarterectomy; however, these patients are at lower risk of stroke than are patients with ...

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...