Does low-dose acetylsalicylic acid prevent stroke after carotid surgery? A double-blind, placebo-controlled randomized trial.

Abstract

This study indicates that low-dose ASA (75 mg/d) reduces the number of postoperative strokes without complete recovery within 1 week. Overall neurological events are insignificantly reduced, as also mortality. The use of low-dose ASA (75 mg) seems safe and effective in reducing cerebrovascular events after carotid endarterectomy.