What is another word for carotid angioplasty?
Pronunciation: [kəɹˈɒtɪd ˈaŋɡɪˌɒplɐsti] (IPA) 
Carotid angioplasty is a medical procedure that involves the insertion of a balloon-tipped catheter into the carotid artery to widen any blockages present in the artery. This procedure can also be known by different synonyms, including carotid stenting, carotid artery stenting, and carotid revascularization. Carotid stenting is a minimally invasive procedure that is typically performed to restore blood flow to the brain. The goal of carotid angioplasty is to prevent ischemic strokes in patients who are not candidates for carotid endarterectomy. Carotid angioplasty is a safe and effective procedure with a high success rate.
