MTAS-MENA: adapting the Stroke Access Barrier Index (SABI) to enhance mechanical thrombectomy access in the Middle East and North Africa region

The SABI provides an exploratory framework for identifying potential MT access barriers in the MENA region. While preliminary findings suggest substantial challenges (median score 18.5), these results require validation through prospective studies linking scores to actual MT utilization and patient outcomes. This initial assessment may guide hypothesis generation for future intervention studies.