Table 2

Indications for carotid endarterectomy

Indicationsn (%)
Transient ischaemic attack251 (38)
Minor stroke125 (19)
Amaurosis fugax76 (11)
Retinal artery occlusion22 (3)
Asymptomatic with carotid artery critical stenosis166 (25)
Pre or post coronary artery bypass grafting30 (5)