Which is one reason cerebral revascularizations are primarily performed?

a. To close a dural defect
b. To prophylactically prevent development of a major brain attack
c. To create a fistula
d. To decompress the subdura

ANS: B
This procedure is performed to bypass stenotic or occlusive vascular disease and provides additional blood to the cerebral circulation.

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