Residency Essentials: Stroke 2

Stroke 2 (principles for treatment, aspiration, stent-retrievers)

Gain an understanding of the evidence, indications and complications of various device combinations commonly used in endovascular treatment of Acute Ischemia Stroke (AIS).

Expected completion time: 4 hours 

Module reviewed and updated 12/2023

Learning Objectives

  • Summarize the evolution of research trials supporting endovascular therapy for acute ischemic stroke.
  • Review the uses for aspiration catheters, stent-retriever and balloon guide catheters.
  • Discuss common complications associated with the use of mechanical devices used for acute ischemic stroke interventions. 
Course summary
Course opens: 
07/01/2025
Course expires: 
07/31/2030
Cost:
$0.00
Part of: 
Residency Essentials Clinical Topic: Neurological

Module Developer:

  • Paul S Brady, MD- Einstein Health Care Network
  • Otto G Schoeck, MD- Einstein Health Care Network
  • Abhi Jain, DO- Einstein Health Care Network

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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