Prevalence of spontaneous recanalisation of complete internal carotid occlusion: protocol for a systematic scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Although previously thought to be a rare occurrence, spontaneous recanalisation is not uncommon, with a growing number of reports describing this phenomenon. However, the frequency, time course and mechanism of spontaneous recanalisation remain unknown. A better characterisation of these events is essential to ensuring adequate identification and proper future trial design for treatment.

Objective

To describe the current body of literature around spontaneous recanalisation following internal carotid occlusion.

Methods and analysis

With the assistance of an information specialist, we will search MEDLINE, Embase, Cochrane Central Register for Controlled Trials and Web of Science for studies of adults with spontaneous recanalisation or transient occlusion of

SUBMITTER: Zhang SY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10008469 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature