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Stroke Prevention with Carotid Surgery or Stenting

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Carotid artery disease can lead to stroke, which is the third leading cause of death in the United States. It's a major cause of disability. How do you limit your risk? What are the warning signs? In this program, sponsored by Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Dr. Mark Eskandari discusses the diagnosis and treatment of carotid disease as well as how to prevention stroke. He also helps listeners to understand the indications for surgical treatment and the goals of therapy.

Dr. Eskandari begins by explaining the symptoms and risk factors for stroke, and what to do if you or someone you know is experiencing these symptoms. He goes on to discuss the evaluation and testing for a stroke and helps listeners to understand the different types of stroke. There are a range of treatments for stroke and Dr. Eskandari goes into a detailed explanation of the medical therapies and surgical treatments available. He speaks in detail of the various surgical procedures, such as endarterectomy and stenting, and addresses the recovery and benefits of these procedures.

Research and clinical trials are evolving the way that stroke is treated and Dr. Eskandari speaks highly of the advances in technology. Most importantly, Dr. Eskandari stresses the need for early intervention and knowing your risk factors for stroke. If you are at risk for stroke or simply want to learn more, listen to this program to learn about medical therapies available and how to get the best care for you or a loved one.

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Mark Eskandari, M.D. Mark Eskandari, M.D.
Vascular Surgeon, Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Dr. Mark Eskandari, MD, is a vascular surgeon on the medical staff at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and associate professor of Surgery at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. more >

TRANSCRIPT:

  1. Introduction LISTEN
  2. Risk Factors and Symptoms LISTEN
  3. Evaluation and Testing LISTEN
  4. Treatment for Stroke LISTEN
  5. Surgical Treatments LISTEN
  6. Research and Clinical Trials LISTEN

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