Several large-scale studies have shown that carotid endarterectomy has been greatly overused in some places.

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Large-scale studies have indeed shown that carotid endarterectomy, a surgical procedure to clear blocked carotid arteries, has been overused in certain regions, often performed on patients with minimal symptoms or low risk of stroke, contrary to clinical guidelines recommending its use primarily for those with significant symptoms or high risk.

Several Large-Scale Studies Have Shown That Carotid Endarterectomy Has Been