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World J Clin Cases. Mar 6, 2023; 11(7): 1666-1668
Published online Mar 6, 2023. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v11.i7.1666
Commentary on a case report and literature review of acute carotid stent thrombosis
Matthew Willman, Brandon Lucke-Wold
Matthew Willman, College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32610, United States
Brandon Lucke-Wold, Department of Neurosurgery, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida 32608, United States
Author contributions: Willman M and Lucke-Wold B contributed to the conception and critical revision of the article; Willman M drafted the article.
Conflict-of-interest statement: All the authors report no relevant conflicts of interest for this article.
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Corresponding author: Matthew Willman, BSc, College of Medicine, University of Florida, 1600 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32610, United States. matthewwillman@ufl.edu
Received: November 4, 2022
Peer-review started: November 4, 2022
First decision: December 26, 2022
Revised: January 4, 2023
Accepted: February 15, 2023
Article in press: February 15, 2023
Published online: March 6, 2023
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Core Tip

Core Tip: This commentary evaluates the article entitled “Acute carotid stent thrombosis: A case report and literature review”, discussing acute carotid stent thrombosis and the current treatment options available. Specifically, carotid endarterectomy is evaluated as a treatment option for refractory stent thrombosis. Additionally, dual antiplatelet therapy, stent material, and stent architectural design are addressed in the commentary.