Which is a reason a shunt is used routinely during a carotid endarterectomy?
a. To prevent blood loss
b. To avoid making an arteriotomy in the carotid artery
c. To maintain blood flow to the brain
d. To enhance visibility of the carotid plaque
ANS: C
A shunt is inserted into the artery to maintain blood flow to the brain while the carotid artery plaque is removed.
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