E-076 Imaging to endovascular recanalization in less than an hour is feasible. (4th July 2012)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Almekhlafi, M; Eesa, M; Menon, B; Demchuk, A; Goyal, M
• Is Part Of: Journal of neurointerventional surgery. Volume 4(2012)Supplement 1
• Page Start: A78
• Page End: A79
• Publication Date: 2012-07-04
• Subjects: Nervous system -- Surgery -- Periodicals; Cerebrovascular disease -- Surgery -- Periodicals; 617.48
• DOI: 10.1136/neurintsurg-2012-010455c.76
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1759-8478

Abstract

Abstract : Introduction: The shorter the time from core estimation by imaging to recanalization, the more likely that core expansion is minimized. We aimed to assess the feasibility of achieving an ultra-short imaging to recanalization time in the routine practice setting. Methods: This is a prospective, single-operator, case series of acute ischemic stroke patients treated with endovascular therapy in a tertiary center where imaging to recanalization of <60 min was achieved. Results: Imaging to recanalization time <60 min was accomplished in 38% (11 patients) of treated patients. The median imaging to recanalization time was 47 min. The median 24-h NIHSS scale was 1 (range 0–11). Upon discharge, 82% of patients achieved a modified Rankin scale score of 1 or less. Conclusions: An imaging to recanalization time under 60 min is feasible and may be associated with better functional outcome. Competing interests: None.