30th April 2024

A 67-year-old man presented with a right MCA infarct

A 67-year-old man presented with a right MCA infarct. He is on day 5 of his admission and is progressing well with rehabilitation and is neurologically stable. Imaging of his carotid artery showed bilateral carotid artery stenosis (70% on the right, 80% on the left). He did not consent for an endarterectomy. What should the blood pressure target be in the long term for this patient?

Which of the following is the most appropriate management plan for this patient?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.