Carotid endarterectomy
What is a carotid endarterectomy? Carotid endarterectomy (CEA) is a surgical procedure to treat carotid artery disease. The carotid artery is the main blood vessel that carries oxygen and blood to the brain. In carotid artery disease, these arteries are narrowed. This reduces blood flow to the brain and can cause a stroke. In brain damage, a carotid endarterectomy will remove…
