Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5651814 | Annals of Emergency Medicine | 2017 | 10 Pages |
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.
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Authors
Joseph B. MD, MS, Lisa H. MD, MPH, Charles R. MD, William J. MD, MS, Jon W. MD, Jason T. MD, Matthew S. MD, MS, Tracy E. MD, ScM, David W. MD, Peter D. MD, Christopher MD,