What are the indications for both anticoagulation and APT in patients with both carotid stenosis and AF?
In patients with both carotid stenosis and AF, there are indications for both anticoagulation and APT. Randomized trials show superiority for carotid endarterectomy over stenting in patients with symptomatic stenosis (> 50%) of the internal carotid This could reduce the need for combination therapy with OAC and antiplatelet drugs in those with AF.