PubMed · 2017 · 12 citations · 0 references
MedicineNeurological SurgerySurgeryCerebrovascular NeurosurgeryCerebrovascular SurgeryVascular SurgeryAcute Ischemic StrokeAcute Stroke CareAcute Stroke ManagementCerebrovascular DiseaseStrokeStroke SurgeryAcute Ischemic Stroke InterventionAcute Ischemic Stroke ManagementAcute Ischemic Stroke SurgeryAcute Ischemic Stroke TreatmentCerebral Blood Flow RegulationCerebral Blood Flow RestorationPatient Outcome EvaluationRecurrent Stroke Prevention
Stroke is a major cause of death and disability in the United States and rapid evaluation and treatment of stroke patients are critical to good outcomes. Effective surgical treatments aim to restore adequate cerebral blood flow, prevent secondary brain injury, or reduce the likelihood of recurrent stroke. Patient evaluation in centers with a comprehensive stroke program and a dedicated neuro- vascular team is recommended. [Full article available at http://rimed.org/rimedicaljournal-2017-06.asp].