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Carotid Endarterectomy - Halifax Infirmary, QE II

Categories

Cardiovascular

Surgery

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Last Update

August 1, 2024

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.pdf

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WG85-0594

Language

English

Location

Halifax Infirmary

Creator

Same Day Surgery, Halifax Infirmary

A carotid endarterectomy is surgery to clean plaque (fat deposits) out of a carotid artery. This pamphlet explains what causes an artery to narrow with plaque, what to expect before, during, and after your surgery, and follow-up care.

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Carotid Endarterectomy - Halifax Infirmary, QE II

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