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    Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)

    Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)



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    Reference Carotid artery stenting (also called carotid angioplasty and stenting) is sometimes done as an alternative to surgery to prevent transient ischemic attack (TIA) or stroke. In this procedure, a doctor threads a thin tube called a catheter through an artery in the groin and up to the Reference carotid artery Opens New Window in your neck. The doctor then uses a tiny balloon to enlarge the narrowed portion of the artery and places a Reference stent Opens New Window to keep the artery open. Carotid artery stenting is not as common as carotid endarterectomy.




    By: Reference Healthwise Staff Last Revised: Reference February 7, 2012
    Medical Review: Reference E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
    Reference Richard D. Zorowitz, MD - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation


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