Impact of Retriever Passes on Efficacy and Safety Outcomes of Acute Ischemic Stroke Treated with Mechanical Thrombectomy

ConclusionsMore than three retriever passes may increase the rate of recanalization, but not the likelihood of favorable functional outcomes in ischemic stroke patients treated with mechanical thrombectomy. Notably, multiple retriever passes may also increase the risk of intracranial hemorrhage.Evidence-Based MedicineLevel of Evidence: Level 4, Case Series.
Source: CardioVascular and Interventional Radiology - Category: Radiology Source Type: research