Carotid artery stenosis and cognitive function

Carotid stenosis is one of the important risk factors for cerebrovascular disease. Many studies have shown that carotid stenosis may cause cognitive impairment, but the specific mechanisms remain unclear. Carotid endarterectomy and stenting can relieve carotid stenosis, improve cerebral perfusion, and may improve the cognitive function of patients, but the complications and long-term efficacy after intervention remain to be further studied. Key words: Carotid Stenosis; Cognition Disorders; Endarterectomy, Carotid; Stents; Risk Factors