The Advanced Reperfusion Era: Implications for Emergency Systems of Ischemic Stroke Care

Joseph B. Miller, Lisa H. Merck, Charles R. Wira, William J. Meurer, Jon W. Schrock, Jason T. Nomura, Matthew S. Siket, Tracy E. Madsen, David W. Wright, Peter D. Panagos, Christopher Lewandowski

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Abstract

Large vessel ischemic stroke is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality throughout the world. Recent advances in endovascular stroke treatment are changing the treatment paradigm for these patients. This concepts article summarizes the time-dependent nature of stroke care and evaluates the recent advancements in endovascular treatment. These advancements have significant implications for out-of-hospital, hospital, and regional systems of stroke care. Emergency medicine clinicians have a central role in implementing these systems that will ensure timely treatment of patients and selection of those who may benefit from endovascular care.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)192-201
Number of pages10
JournalAnnals of emergency medicine
Volume69
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - Feb 1 2017

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