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Cost-Effectiveness of Diagnostic Strategies Prior to Carotid Endarterectomy
Ann Neurol 58:506-515, U-King-Im,J.M.,et al, 2005
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Article Abstract
In conclusion, DSA is not cost-effective in the routine diagnostic workup of most patients. DUS, with additional imaging in the form of CEMRA, is recommended, with a strategy of CEMRA and selective DUS review being shown to be the optimal imaging strategy.
 
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