CT Perfusion Maps Improve Detection of M2-MCA Occlusions in Acute Ischemic Stroke

A growing body of literature supports mechanical thrombectomy-based endovascular therapy for M2-MCA occlusions in eligible patients with acute ischemic stroke (AIS).1 –5 This is because endovascular treatment for M2-MCA occlusions is technically feasible and leads to improved patient outcomes, despite a potential increased risk of hemorrhage.4,5 Not uncommonly, these patients undergo a single or multi-phase CT angiogram (CTA) study for LVO detection. In patient s who present in the late stroke window (6–24 h since last known normal), the CT Perfusion (CTP) study is generally performed along with a CTA study to aid in patient triage.
Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - Category: Neurology Authors: Source Type: research