3D animation surgery

3D animation surgery for education purpose

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00:00Ever wondered how surgeons clear blocked arteries in the neck to prevent strokes?

00:04This life-saving procedure is called carotid endarterectomy.

00:09Here's how it's done.

00:10First, the patient is given anesthesia to keep them comfortable throughout the surgery.

00:15Then, the surgeon makes an incision along the side of the neck, exposing the carotid artery.

00:21The carotid artery is gently clamped to stop blood flow temporarily.

00:25Next, the surgeon carefully opens the artery to reveal a plaque buildup, which is causing the narrowing.

00:33Using precise tools, the surgeon scrapes away the plaque, removing the blockage.

00:38This helps restore healthy blood flow to the brain.

00:42Once the artery is clean, the surgeon stitches it back up,

00:46and sometimes a patch is placed to widen the artery and prevent future blockages.

00:50The incision is then closed, and the patient is monitored closely during recovery.

00:57In most cases, this procedure significantly reduces the risk of future strokes.

01:02And that's how carotid endarterectomy works,

01:04a small procedure with a huge impact on stroke prevention.