Question

A 56-year-old with acute ischemic stroke arrives 8 hours after last known well. CTA shows large-vessel occlusion and favorable perfusion imaging. Best therapy?

Accepted Answer

Mechanical thrombectomy within 6-24 hours if eligible

Answer

IV alteplase

Answer

Heparin infusion

Answer

Aspirin only

Answer

No specific therapy

Practice question

A 56-year-old with acute ischemic stroke arrives 8 hours after last known well. CTA shows large-vessel occlusion and favorable perfusion imaging. Best therapy?