Presence of the Posterior Communicating Artery Contributes to the Clinical Outcome After Endovascular Treatment of Patients with MCA Occlusions

ConclusionThe presence of an ipsilateral PComA is a predictor for excellent clinical outcome independently from the technical success of mechanical recanalization. This finding provides insights into the changes of circulation in patients suffering from an acute stroke and underlines the importance of collateralization.
Source: CardioVascular and Interventional Radiology - Category: Radiology Source Type: research