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  • 1Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, Messina, Italy.

Methods in Molecular Biology (Clifton, N.J.)
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This study details the intraluminal monofilament model for middle cerebral artery (MCA) occlusion in rodents. This method effectively simulates stroke conditions for developing new therapeutic approaches.

Keywords:
Cerebral ischemiaMiddle cerebral artery occlusionMonofilamentRatStrokeSurgical anatomy

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Experimental Medicine
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability globally.
  • Limited therapeutic options exist for ischemic stroke.
  • Rodent models are crucial for developing novel stroke treatments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the intraluminal monofilament model of middle cerebral artery (MCA) occlusion.
  • To highlight its advantages for studying focal cerebral ischemia.
  • To assess its relevance for stroke research and therapeutic development.

Main Methods:

  • The intraluminal monofilament model involves inserting a filament into the external carotid artery.
  • The filament is advanced into the internal carotid artery to occlude the MCA.
  • This technique models both permanent and transient MCA occlusions without requiring craniectomy.

Main Results:

  • The model successfully induces infarction in the MCA territory.
  • It allows for both permanent and transient occlusion studies.
  • Avoidance of craniectomy preserves intracranial pressure and temperature.

Conclusions:

  • The intraluminal monofilament MCA occlusion model is a valuable tool for stroke research.
  • Its advantages include ease of use and minimal invasiveness.
  • The model's relevance is enhanced by its mimicry of mechanical thrombectomy conditions.