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Annals of Vascular Surgery
Published in: Annals of Vascular Surgery 4/2003

01-08-2003 | Case Report

Carotid Embolectomy in the Treatment of a Paradoxical Embolus

Authors: Hemal G. Gada, BA, M. Jafer Ali, MD, Kathleen Graziano, MD, Thomas Wakefield, MD

Published in: Annals of Vascular Surgery | Issue 4/2003

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Abstract

Development of a paradoxical embolus to the carotid circulation through a patent foramen ovale is uncommon but well documented. Previous surgical experience with this entity is limited. Treatment for this condition typically involves anticoagulation or the use of an inferior vena cava filter with concurrent closure of the patent foramen itself. We report successful surgical treatment of a woman with a paradoxical embolus lodged in her left carotid artery. In addition, we provide a brief review of this rare topic and treatment rationale.
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Metadata
Title
Carotid Embolectomy in the Treatment of a Paradoxical Embolus
Authors
Hemal G. Gada, BA
M. Jafer Ali, MD
Kathleen Graziano, MD
Thomas Wakefield, MD
Publication date
01-08-2003
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
Annals of Vascular Surgery / Issue 4/2003
Print ISSN: 0890-5096
Electronic ISSN: 1615-5947
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10016-003-0013-2

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