European Journal of Vascular & Endovascular Surgery
Volume 36, Issue 3 , Pages 251-252 , September 2008

Is Early Carotid Stenting Indicated in Patients with Recent Neurological Events?

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doi: 10.1016/j.ejvs.2008.06.004

European Journal of Vascular & Endovascular Surgery
Volume 36, Issue 3 , Pages 251-252 , September 2008

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