Endovascular versus Medical Management of Acute Basilar Artery Occlusion: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Randomized Controlled Trials

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Authors

Mohamad Abdalkader · Boston University

Stephanos Finitsis · Aristotle University of Thessaloniki

Chuanhui Li · Capital Medical University

Wei Hu · University of Science and Technology of China

Xinfeng Liu · University of Science and Technology of China

Xunming Ji · Capital Medical University

Xiaochuan Huo

Abstract

In this systematic review and meta-analysis, EVT was associated with favorable outcome and decreased mortality in patients with BAO up to 24 hours from stroke symptoms compared to MM. The treatment effect in BAO patients with NIHSS <10 was less certain. Further studies are of interest to evaluate the efficacy of EVT in basilar occlusion patients with milder symptoms.

Topics & Keywords

Acute Ischemic Stroke Management Retinal and Optic Conditions Traumatic Brain Injury and Neurovascular Disturbances

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Stroke

Volume 25, Issue 1, pp. 81-91

DOI: 10.5853/jos.2022.03755

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