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    • Stroke and transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) are significant health concerns.
    • Accurate determination of stroke mechanisms is essential for effective treatment.
    • Neuroimaging technologies have advanced significantly, offering new insights into cerebrovascular diseases.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To elucidate the mechanisms of stroke and TIAs using advanced neuroimaging.
    • To highlight the role of high-resolution vessel wall MRI in intracranial atherosclerosis.
    • To emphasize the importance of understanding individual stroke mechanisms for treatment strategies.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing diffusion-weighted magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
    • Employing perfusion-weighted computed tomography (CT)/MRI.
    • Applying MR/CT angiography and Doppler ultrasonography.
    • Leveraging high-resolution vessel wall MRI for intracranial atherosclerosis.

    Main Results:

    • Identified artery-to-artery embolism and hypoperfusion as key mechanisms in extracranial atherosclerosis.
    • Recognized branch occlusion and in-situ thrombotic occlusion as critical mechanisms in intracranial atherosclerosis.
    • Differentiated infarct patterns based on occlusion type (subcortical/brainstem vs. territorial).

    Conclusions:

    • Advanced neuroimaging enables precise identification of stroke and TIA mechanisms.
    • Stroke mechanisms vary between extracranial and intracranial atherosclerosis.
    • Tailoring treatment based on accurate stroke mechanism diagnosis is paramount for patient outcomes.