Stroke

Frequently Asked Questions

16. Which surgeries are used to treat stroke?

Surgery can be used to prevent stroke, treat stroke, repair damage to the blood vessels, or correct malformations in and around the brain. The two most common types of surgery for stroke are carotid endarterectomy and extracranial/intracranial bypass, or EC/IC bypass. Extracranial refers to the area outside the cranium, or skull, and intracranial refers to the area inside the skull. (Answer continues on next page.)