An algorithm developed by faculty at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) can help physicians outside of major stroke treatment centers assess whether a patient ...

This is a video synopsis/summary of a Post Conference Perspectives involving Kevin Sheth, MD. This is a video discussing the role of CT perfusion in the management of ischemic stroke patients, ...

A study led by a neurologist from McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) showed that a computed tomography (CT scan) could be sufficient for ...

The most commonly employed neuroimaging method for the evaluation of acute stroke is a CT scan without the administration of contrast material (noncontrast CT [NCCT]). Indeed, this is the only study ...

March 8, 2012 (Vienna, Austria) — The internal carotid artery appears to be the best choice for the arterial input function (AIF) for accurate quantitative measurements with computed tomography (CT) ...

Trials of endovascular therapy for ischemic stroke have produced variable results. We conducted this study to test whether more advanced imaging selection, recently developed devices, and earlier ...

A case report describes mechanical thrombectomy performed 28 hours after stroke onset, guided by CT perfusion showing salvageable tissue, with marked neurologic recovery at discharge.

LOS ANGELES, CA—Yesterday, the recommended treatment window for mechanical thrombectomy in patients with acute ischemic strokes caused by large-vessel occlusions was up to 6 hours. Starting today, ...