Tag: CREST-2
Editorial argues carotid stenting has reached “prime time” following CREST-2
An editorial published in CVIR Endovascular argues that carotid artery stenting (CAS) should be considered a first-line treatment option for appropriately selected patients with...
“Historical” CREST-2 data show reduced stroke risk with carotid stenting versus...
The international CREST-2 study has found that, for people with severe carotid artery narrowing who have not experienced recent stroke symptoms, a minimally invasive...
CMS confirms broadened Medicare coverage of carotid stenting in final decision...
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released its final decision regarding National Coverage Determination (NCD) 20.7 covering carotid artery stenting (CAS),...
