Which of the following surgical procedures removes an obstruction from one of the major arteries of the neck?
A) cerebrospinal fluid shunt
B) laminectomy
C) carotid endarterectomy
D) nerve block
C
Explanation: A carotid endarterectomy removes an obstruction from one of the major arteries of the neck. A cerebrospinal fluid shunt treats hydrocephalus. A laminectomy treats pressure on the spinal nerve. A nerve block is a regional anesthetic.
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