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  • Computed tomography (CT) is the primary imaging tool for acute ischemic stroke.
  • CT imaging guides patient selection for thrombolysis and endovascular therapy in landmark stroke trials.

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  • To review significant acute ischemic stroke trials.
  • To provide an outlook on ongoing stroke research.
  • To propose imaging algorithms for optimizing patient selection.

Main Methods:

  • Review of landmark and ongoing acute ischemic stroke clinical trials.
  • Analysis of computed tomography imaging techniques for stroke evaluation.
  • Discussion of advanced imaging for ischemic core and penumbra quantification.

Main Results:

  • Anatomical CT imaging is adequate for early stroke window patients.
  • Advanced CT techniques are necessary for stroke evaluation beyond 6 hours.
  • Quantification of ischemic core and salvageable penumbra is crucial for late-window treatment decisions.

Conclusions:

  • Computed tomography plays a vital role in acute ischemic stroke management.
  • Advanced imaging beyond 6 hours improves patient selection for reperfusion therapies.
  • Tailored imaging algorithms are essential for maximizing treatment efficacy in ischemic stroke.