Abstract
This report discusses the observation of multiple retinal emboli following placement of a new carotid stenting device. Especially dense plaques in the carotid artery can shatter into dust-like particles that may be fine enough to penetrate the filter of the new device, thus posing the danger of retinal perfusion.
Footnotes
The authors have no commercial or proprietary interest in any drug, device or equipment mentioned in the submitted article. No grants have been allocated for the preparation of this manuscript.
- Ochsner Clinic and Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation