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46. What is the most common cause of carotid artery stenosis?

A) Atherosclerosis (plaque at bifurcation) B) Fibromuscular dysplasia C) Dissection D) Vasculitis

47. What is the degree of carotid stenosis for which endarterectomy is most beneficial in symptomatic patients?

A) 50-99% (NASCET criteria) B) 30-49% C) <30% D) Any stenosis

48. What is the most common complication of carotid endarterectomy?

A) Cranial nerve injury (hypoglossal, recurrent laryngeal, vagus, marginal mandibular) B) Stroke C) MI D) Hematoma

49. What is the first-line treatment for acute deep vein thrombosis?

A) Anticoagulation (LMWH or direct oral anticoagulant) B) Thrombolysis C) IVC filter D) Compression stockings

50. What is the most common chronic complication of DVT?

A) Post-thrombotic syndrome (chronic venous insufficiency) B) Recurrent DVT C) Pulmonary embolism D) Venous gangrene