Applying a Random Forest Approach in Predicting Health Status in Patients with Carotid Artery Stenosis 30 Days Post-Stenting

Abstract

Background Approximately 20% of ischemic strokes in the U.S. result from carotid artery stenosis. Carotid artery stenting (CAS) can reduce stroke risk, but variability in post-stenting health outcomes and their predictors are poorly understood. We examined 30-day post-CAS health status and derived its most important clinical predictors.