Commentary on a case report and literature review of acute carotid stent thrombosis

In this commentary on the article entitled “Acute carotid stent thrombosis: A case report and literature review”, the key points of the article are discussed. Acute carotid stent thrombosis (ACST) in the setting of carotid artery stenting (CAS) represents a rare but potentially catastrophic event. There is a wide range of treatment options available, including carotid endarterectomy, which is generally recommended for cases of refractory ACST. While there is no standard treatment regimen, dual antiplatelet therapy is typically recommended both before and after CAS to reduce risk of ACST.