Frontline aspiration versus stent retriever thrombectomy for M2 occlusions: Insights from the STAR registry

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Authors

Michael Gaub · The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

Rahim Abo Kasem · Medical University of South Carolina

Ilko Maier · Nephrologisches Zentrum Goettingen

Ansaar Rai · West Virginia University

Pascal Jabbour · Thomas Jefferson University

Joon-Tae Kim · Chonnam National University Hospital

Brian M. Howard

Abstract

Frontline aspiration for M2 occlusions resulted in better clinical and angiographic outcomes compared to SRs. Future trials for MeVO with a focus on contact aspiration thrombectomy may succeed where recent trials have failed.

Topics & Keywords

Acute Ischemic Stroke Management Cerebrovascular and Carotid Artery Diseases Peripheral Artery Disease Management

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: European Stroke Journal

Volume 11, Issue 1

DOI: 10.1093/esj/23969873251381924

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