I’m not sure if this is the right place to ask, but I was wondering if anyone has had carotid endarterectomy surgery following a Stroke?
There are lots of stats and info online and there is only so much consultants can advise upon , but patient stories, experiences, insights would be valuable if possible .
Posting my question here is key because the added ‘ risk’ to this surgery is increased if the patient has already had a stroke . The op is for Asymptomatic Carotid. Having suffered a Deep Stroke.
Hi & welcome to the community @Delphine83 hope you are progressing ok after your stroke.
I’m afraid I know little about that procedure. Although I had a stroke caused by my carotid artery it was a tear rather than it being blocked so no surgery was needed.
Hopefully someone will be along soon that can offer you some advice.
As you are looking for information from those who has already had a stroke, there is a good possibility you will get a good response to your post.
You can do a search on the forum using the search function next to the icon for your Avtar on the top right of your screen (it may be different on your screen).
A search using keywords “carotid endarterectomy” returned 13 results. So you have at least 13 posts that may help you (see screen print - the “More…” button takes you to the other posts.
Welcome to the Online Community, I’m sorry to hear about your stroke.
I hope you’ll find the Online Community useful, I’m sure some members with experiences will be along to offer some input but in the meantime I would echo @ManjiB great advice about using the magnifying glass to have a search around at other conversations on this topic.
If you need anything whilst you’re using the Online Community, please don’t hesitate to tag me using the @ symbol and my username.
Welcome to the crew Delphine. Reminds me that there are several kind of 'stroke, I must admit I hadn’t heard of this procedure. I’m sure someone on here will have info for you. Best wishes Norma