100% internal carotid occlusion: life expectancy

[Anna95864]

in November 2019 My husband at 58 yrs old had a total occlusion at the internal carotid. He was actually waiting for the surgery , he had no symptoms.
The ecography showed it was too late for the surgery. One month later he had TIA, amaurosis for 10 minutes. Since then he is under medical check every 6 months. he takes cardiospirin, Fenestedil (for high pressure), statins. He exercises a lot and he is doing well. Never had any other symptoms. So my question is: how long can he live with this condition? some articles say 3-5 years since the occlusion. Thank you for your answer.

[specialmom]

Gosh, if he were symptom free, it can be benign but since he's had a TIA, he's at risk at any time for another. I would seek a second opinion immediately to see if he could have the surgery to remove the blockage. Why are they stating he can't? Some with a total occlusion do have surgery for removal or stent.

[Anna95864]

I have been told once the vase is closed, it is too risky to try to open it..