Introduction—Endovascular thrombectomy is a highly efficacious treatment for large vessel
occlusion (LVO). LVO prediction instruments, based on stroke signs and symptoms, have …

Background Accurate assessment of the prevalence of large vessel occlusion (LVO) in
patients presenting with acute ischemic stroke (AIS) is critical for optimal resource allocation …

Introduction Recanalisation therapy in acute ischaemic stroke is highly time-sensitive, and
requires early identification of eligible patients to ensure better outcomes. Thus, a number of …

Background and Purpose: Because of several methodological limitations, previous studies
focusing on the prevalence of large vessel occlusion in ischemic stroke (IS) patients …

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: It is currently not completely clear how well radiologists
perform in evaluating large-vessel occlusion on CTA in acute ischemic stroke. The purpose …

Background and Purpose: A simple, easily adoptable scale with good performance
characteristics is needed for EMS providers to appropriately triage suspected stroke patients …

Abstract Background and Objective: Stroke is the leading cause of disability in the United
States and new evidence shows interventional procedures provide better outcomes for large …

Background Patients with acute ischemic stroke and large vessel occlusion (LVO) may
benefit from prehospital identification and transfer to a center offering endovascular therapy …

Abstract Purpose of Review Endovascular therapy for acute ischemic stroke secondary to
large vessel occlusion (LVO) is time-dependent. Prehospital patients with suspected LVO …

Abstract Background: American Stroke Association guidelines for prehospital acute ischemic
stroke recommend against bypassing an intravenous tPA-ready hospital (IRH), if additional …