Neurological evaluation by intraoperative wake-up during carotid endarterectomy under general anesthesia.

Although general anesthesia allows relief from stressors such as pain, discomfort, or anxiety for patients undergoing carotid endarterectomy, neurologic assessment is less reliable than under local anesthesia. We describe a unique anesthetic management strategy for carotid endarterectomy patients incorporating the advantages of both general and local anesthesia. The technique allows thorough assessment of neurologic function during carotid cross-clamping by intraoperative wake-up, and guarantees airway management by tracheal intubation.

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