The main method of elimination of stenosis of carotid arteries in atherosclerosis is the surgical operation. Meanwhile, there is no general opinion concerning the most efficient way of the performance of the operation. This research generalized an experience of performing the classic carotid endarterectomy with usage the temporary shunt and an autovenous patch in 167 patients. The most frequent complications were analyzed in standard groups. The advantages of the given method were determined, facilitating to the reduction of intraoperative risks and the increase of technical quality of performance of different stages of the operation. The work quotes 8 works.
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