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WVU Medicine Health Report - Carotid stenting

WVU Medicine Health Report - Carotid stenting

The carotid artery is the main source of blood to the brain. If the blood flow is blocked because of carotid artery disease, it can lead to a stroke. John Phillips, MD, explains how a newer minimally invasive procedure -- carotid stenting -- is preventing life threatening strokes in this WVU Medicine Health Report.