Late Window Imaging Selection for Endovascular Therapy of Large Vessel Occlusion Stroke: An International Survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Current stroke guidelines recommend advanced imaging (computed tomography [CT] perfusion or magnetic resonance imaging) prior to endovascular therapy (EVT) in patients with late presentation of large vessel occlusion. Adherence to guidelines may be constrained by resources or timely access to imaging. We sought to understand the factors which influence late window imaging selection for EVT candidates with large vessel occlusion.

Methods

We conducted an international survey from January to May 2022. The questions aimed to identify advanced imaging and treatment decisions based on access to imaging, time delays, and simulated patient scenarios.

Results

There were 3000 invited participants and 1506 respondents, the majority (89.6%) from comprehensive stroke ce

SUBMITTER: Nguyen TN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12778602 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature