Recanalization Therapies in Acute Ischemic Stroke: Pharmacological Agents, Devices, and Combinations

The primary aim of thrombolysis in acute ischemic stroke is recanalization of an occluded intracranial artery. Recanalization is an important predictor of stroke outcome as timely restoration of regional cerebral perfusion helps salvage threatened ischemic tissue. At present, intravenously administe...

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Main Authors: Vijay K. Sharma, Hock Luen Teoh, Lily Y. H. Wong, Jie Su, Benjamin K. C. Ong, Bernard P. L. Chan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2010-01-01
Series:Stroke Research and Treatment
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.4061/2010/672064
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