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Optimized Management of Endovascular Treatment for Acute Ischemic Stroke
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A call for neurologists to take up stroke intervention
Vasantha M Padma1, Rohit Bhatia1, Gigy Kuruttukulam2
1Department of Neurology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India.
Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology
|December 21, 2016
Summary
Emergent endovascular intervention significantly benefits acute ischemic stroke (AIS) patients. Neurologists in India must embrace interventional techniques to manage the country's high AIS burden through specialized training.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Interventional Cardiology
Background:
- Large vessel acute ischemic stroke (AIS) presents a significant health challenge globally.
- Emergent endovascular intervention has demonstrated clear benefits for AIS patients.
- India faces a substantial burden of AIS due to its large population.
Conclusions:
- Neurologists must adapt to the increasing demand for interventional stroke care.
- Developing new, sound training pathways is essential to equip neurologists for interventional subspecialties.
- Proactive measures are required to address the significant burden of AIS in India through enhanced interventional capabilities.
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