👉 Endarterectomy, also known as a "blood vessel removal" or "endoscopic blood vessel surgery," is a surgical procedure that involves the use of an endoscope (a long, flexible tube used for examination and dissection) to access the blood vessels in the brain. This procedure is commonly performed on patients who have suffered a stroke or other brain injury, as it can help restore normal blood flow to the affected area. Endarterectomy typically takes place under general anesthesia and involves several steps: