Quantitative collateral assessment evaluated by cerebral blood volume measured by CT perfusion in patients with acute ischemic stroke

The variability in the pre-existing collateral status (CS) is considered an independent determinant of clinical outcomes for patients with acute ischemic stroke (AIS).1,2 Among patients with acute anterior circulation large-vessel occlusion (LVO), those with a highly developed CS have a large area of salvageable brain tissue and respond well to reperfusion therapy (RT).1,3 Therefore, the evaluation of CS is essential in the selection of optimal candidates who would benefit from RT.
Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - Category: Neurology Authors: Source Type: research