Mechanical thrombectomy in acute ischaemic stroke: a review of the different techniques.

Abstract

Endovascular mechanical thrombectomy (MT) is reserved for acute ischaemic stroke secondary to large vessel occlusion. The various MT techniques employed in the treatment of hyperacute strokes are constantly evolving with new devices and improvisation of existing technology (Wahlgren, et al 2016). In this review, we describe a variety of MT techniques gained from our experience of performing over 350 procedures in 7 years of providing a 24/7 service within the national framework of a hyperacute stroke centre. We outline a number of endovascular techniques, procedure limitations, and potential complications.

• Authors: V Leung, A Sastry, S Srivastava, D Wilcock, A Parrott, S Nayak
• Journal: Clinical radiology (Clin Radiol) Vol. 73 Issue 5 Pg. 428-438 (05 2018) ISSN: 1365-229X [Electronic] England
• PMID: 29329730 (Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)
• Copyright: Copyright © 2017 The Royal College of Radiologists. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

Topics

• Brain Ischemia (diagnostic imaging, surgery)
• Endovascular Procedures
• Humans
• Stroke (diagnostic imaging, surgery)
• Thrombectomy (methods)