Differences in Ischemic Anterior and Posterior Circulation Strokes: A Clinico-Radiological and Outcome Analysis

Background: There are limited data comparing posterior (PC) and anterior (AC) circulation acute ischemic strokes (AIS). We aimed to identify specific features of PC and AC strokes regarding clinical, etiological, radiological, and outcome factors. Methods: Patients from the Acute STroke Registry and Analysis of Lausanne, a prospective cohort of consecutive AIS, from years 2003 to 2008 were included. The stroke territory was determined by a combination of neuroimaging and clinical symptoms. Patients with uncertain localization or with simultaneous AC and PC strokes were excluded.
Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - Category: Neurology Authors: Source Type: research