Mechanical thrombectomy with the Trevo ProVue device in ischemic stroke patients: does improved visibility translate into a clinical benefit?

Conclusions Neurothrombectomy with TPV is feasible, effective, and safe. The recanalization rate compares favorably with reported data in the literature. Improved structural radiopacity may facilitate neurothrombectomy or influence the course of action during retrieval.

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Source: Journal of NeuroInterventional Surgery - July 13, 2016 Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Kabbasch, C., Mpotsaris, A., Chang, D.-H., Hiss, S., Dorn, F., Behme, D., Onur, O., Liebig, T. Tags: Ischemic stroke Source Type: research