Abstract:Case presentation
A 78‐year‐old man with a mobile lesion was diagnosed with thrombus using carotid ultrasonography, but the lesion was not completely resolved with dual antiplatelet and anticoagulation therapy. Direct visualization by angioscopy showed a white mobile plaque. The carotid artery was stented with a double‐layered stent, as the plaque persisted despite continuing the medical treatment and was linked to an increased risk of cerebral embolism. The plaque was attached to the arterial wall… Show more
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