Management of stroke

Stroke continues to be associated with high mortality and disability rates, posing a great burden on society.Recognition and modulation of stroke risk factors have allowed its management to evolve from rehabilitation to prevention.Maximizing the benefit of acute thrombolysis imposes a more efficient practice. Multiple studies have addressed the role of decompressive craniectomy, revascularization, recanalization, carotid stenosis treatment, haematoma evacuation, the role of intraventricular thrombolysis and the use of minimally invasive techniques in stroke treatment. Although some techniques have been proven beneficial, others are still in need of properly designed trials to assess their impact in stroke outcomes.