Thrombectomy in ischemic stroke patients with alberta stroke program early computed tomography score 4-5 and 0-3: Factors associated with favorable outcome

Recently published results of the ANGEL-ASPECT and SELECT2 trials suggest that stroke patients presenting with low Alberta Stroke Program Early Computed Tomography Score (ASPECTS) benefit from mechanical thrombectomy. Purpose of this retrospective study was to identify factors that are associated with a favorable outcome in patients with low ASPECTS of 4-5 and 0-3 undergoing mechanical thrombectomy.
Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - Category: Neurology Authors: Source Type: research