Plaque Fibrous Cap Status is Linked to Increased Risk of Recurrent Ischaemic Events Prior to Carotid Endarterectomy in Patients with Symptomatic Carotid Artery Stenosis

FC status affects cerebral infarction patterns in shoulder involved TDFC, which is associated with local inflammation and watershed cerebral infarctions. Collectively, these processes may influence recurrent neurological symptoms prior to CEA and contribute to poor 3 month mRS scores.