A transcarotid artery revascularization (tcar) procedure was completed successfully on (b)(6) 2020.The patient returned on july 29, 2020 for a stent that was severely compressed and near occlusive.Reportedly single plane full compression on ct scan with intraluminal thrombus and disease distal to stent that can be treated via carotid endarterectomy (cea).The patient sought a different surgeon, was seen as an outpatient in the office with upcoming explant scheduled, and is reportedly healthy with no current stroke symptoms.The calcium burden was not prohibitive prior to the case.The physician also used a 5x20 balloon for pre-dilatation and no post-dilatation was done.
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