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Optimized Management of Endovascular Treatment for Acute Ischemic Stroke
Published on: January 18, 2018
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Systematic review of novel technology-based interventions for ischemic stroke.
Steven Mulackal Thomas1, Ellie Delanni2, Brandon Christophe2
1Department of Neurological Surgery, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, 710 West 168th Street, New York, NY, 10032, USA. smt2179@cumc.columbia.edu.
Summary
This study identifies promising new technologies for preventing, diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating ischemic stroke (IS). Recommendations are made for technologies with the greatest potential to improve IS care.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Biomedical Engineering
- Medical Technology
Background:
- Ischemic stroke (IS) remains a leading cause of disability and mortality worldwide.
- Advancements in technology are crucial for improving patient outcomes across the continuum of care.
- Identifying and evaluating novel technological interventions is essential for progress in IS management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically identify and evaluate emerging technologies for ischemic stroke prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation.
- To recommend the most promising technologies for enhancing clinical care and patient outcomes in ischemic stroke.
Main Methods:
- A systematic literature search was conducted using PubMed and Medscape.
- Included articles and clinical trials were assessed based on predefined criteria.
- Searches for pre-clinical and robotic neuroendovascular interventions were also performed.
Main Results:
- Analysis included 30 journal articles and 5 clinical trials.
- Technologies spanned pre-morbidity/prevention (6 studies), diagnosis (3 studies), rehabilitation (16 studies), and robotic neuroendovascular interventions (5 studies).
Conclusions:
- Novel technologies across the full spectrum of ischemic stroke care were identified.
- Technologies demonstrating the highest clinical utility were recommended for further consideration.
- Future research should focus on the feasibility and long-term efficacy of these recommended technologies in clinical practice.
