Abstract 1122‐000096: Transradial Results in Faster Recanalization in Left Anterior Circulation Stroke and Bovine Arch

Author(s):  
Jorge H Moreno ◽  
Alberto Maud ◽  
Sheriff Faheem ◽  
Mohammad Rauf A Chaudry ◽  
Vikas Gupta ◽  
...  

Introduction : We compared technical and clinical outcomes of transradial (TRA) versus transfemoral (TFA) access for mechanical thrombectomy (MT) of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) due to large vessel occlusion (LVO) in the left anterior cerebral circulation of bovine origin. Methods : A single‐center retrospective review of a prospectively maintained neuro‐interventional database from a large volume service in a tertiary academic center. Procedural metrics, technical, and clinical outcomes data were collected and analyzed for patients who underwent MT presenting with AIS and LVO in the left anterior circulation of bovine origin. Primary outcomes included the average number of passes, single first effective pass, rate of successful recanalization (thrombolysis in cerebral infarction (TICI) score ≥ 2b), 3‐month disability modified Rankin Scale (mRS) score ≤2, time from skin puncture to microcatheter placement and recanalization. Results : Between January 2018 and January 2021, 26 patients (TRA = 13, TFA = 13) underwent MT. The TRA cohort had a significantly shorter time in minutes for skin puncture to microcatheter placement (TRA: 17.0± 5.8 vs TFA: 35.4± 20.5, P = 0.0001), shorter skin puncture to recanalization (TRA: 34.0± 15.6 vs TFA: 58.1± 34.6, P = 0.01), and shorter total fluoroscopy time (TRA: 13.8±9.4 vs TFA: 29.5±18.0, P = 0.03). The 3‐month mRS score of 0–1 was higher in the TRA group (38.5% vs 7.69%, P = 0.06). Conclusions : In patients with LVO in the left anterior cerebral circulation of bovine origin, right TRA access permits more direct navigation and provides a stable platform resulting in shorter procedure times and faster recanalization with the potential to improve functional outcomes.

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 ◽  
pp. 175628642199738
Author(s):  
Xianjun Huang ◽  
Hongquan Guo ◽  
Lili Yuan ◽  
Qiankun Cai ◽  
Min Zhang ◽  
...  

Background: Blood pressure (BP), recanalization status, and collateral circulation are important factors for cerebral autoregulation after stroke. We aimed to investigate the association of various BP variability (BPV) parameters with clinical outcomes after mechanical thrombectomy (MT) according to recanalization and collateral status. Methods: We included 502 consecutive patients who underwent MT due to anterior circulation large vessel occlusion stroke at three comprehensive stroke centers. BPV parameters were standard deviation (SD), maximum/minimum BP, coefficient of variation (CV) and successive variation (SV). The clinical outcomes included 90-day functional outcome assessed by modified Rankin Scale score and symptomatic intracranial hemorrhage (sICH). Results: Among the included patients, 219 (43.6%) achieved good functional outcomes and 59 (11.8%) developed sICH. After adjusting for confounders, higher systolic BP (SBP) variability [CV (odds ratio (OR), 1.089, p = 0.035), SV (OR, 1.082, p = 0.004). and SD (OR, 1.074, p = 0.027)] was associated with a lower likelihood of a favorable outcome. In addition, higher SBP [CV (OR, 1.156, p = 0.001) and SD (OR, 1.118, p = 0.001)] were significantly associated with increased odds of sICH. Moreover, the relationship between BPV and the outcomes depended on recanalization status. However, regardless of collateral status, a higher BPV after MT was associated with worse outcomes. Conclusions: Higher SBP SD and CV during the first 24 h after MT was a powerful predictor of worse clinical outcomes, regardless of the collateral status. However, the effects of BPV on outcomes were more substantial among patients with successful reperfusion.


2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (9) ◽  
pp. 874-878 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephanie H Chen ◽  
Brian M Snelling ◽  
Samir Sur ◽  
Sumedh Subodh Shah ◽  
David J McCarthy ◽  
...  

BackgroundA transradial approach (TRA) is associated with fewer access site complications than a transfemoral technique (TFA).However, there is concern that performing mechanical thrombectomy (MT) via TRA may lead to longer revascularization times and thus worse outcomes. Nonetheless, TRA may confer added benefits in MT since navigation of challenging aortic arch and carotid anatomy is often facilitated by a right radial artery trajectory.ObjectiveTo compare outcomes in patients who underwent MT via TRA versus TFA.MethodsWe performed a retrospective review of our institutional database to identify 51 patients with challenging vascular anatomy who underwent MT for anterior circulation large vessel occlusion between February 2015 and February 2018. Patient characteristics, procedural techniques, and outcomes were recorded. TFA and TRA cohorts were compared.ResultsOf the 51 patients, 18 (35%) underwent MT via TRA. There were no significant cohort differences in patient characteristics, clot location, or aortic arch type and presence of carotid tortuosity. There were no significant differences in outcomes between the two cohorts, including single-pass recanalization rate (54.5% vs 55.6%, p=0.949) and average number of passes (1.9 vs 1.7, p=0.453). Mean access-to-reperfusion time (61.9 vs 61.1 min, p=0.920), successful revascularization rates (Thrombolysis in Cerebral Infarction score ≥2b 87.9% vs 88.9%, p=1.0) and functional outcomes (modified Rankin Scale score≤2, 39.4% vs 33.3%, p=0.669) were similar between TFA and TRA cohorts, respectively.ConclusionsOur results demonstrate equivalence in efficacy and efficiency between TRA and TFA for MT of anterior circulation large vessel occlusion in patients with challenging vascular anatomy. TRA may be better than TFA in well-selected patients undergoing MT.


2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (6) ◽  
pp. 548-551 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel A Tonetti ◽  
Shashvat M Desai ◽  
Stephanie Casillo ◽  
Jeremy Stone ◽  
Merritt Brown ◽  
...  

IntroductionFor patients undergoing mechanical thrombectomy, numerous (>3) thrombectomy passes may be harmful. However, non-recanalization leads to poor outcomes. For patients requiring multiple thrombectomy passes to achieve reperfusion, it remains unclear if the risk/benefit ratio favors recanalization.ObjectiveTo test the hypothesis that the benefits afforded by successful reperfusion outweigh the risk conveyed by the numerous passes required.MethodsWe retrospectively reviewed prospectively collected data for patients presenting to a comprehensive stroke center with anterior circulation large vessel occlusion (ACLVO) and undergoing thrombectomy requiring more than one pass over 24 months. We stratified patients into three groups: group 1 (successful reperfusion in 2–3 passes), group 2 (successful reperfusion in ≥4 passes), and group 3 (unsuccessful reperfusion).Results250 patients with ACLVO constituted the study cohort. Despite similar demographics, group 2 patients had better clinical outcomes than those in group 3 at 24 hours (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) score 13.5 vs 19.1, p<0.001) and at 90 days (modified Rankin Scale score 0–2 rates of 31.1% vs 0.0%, p=0.006) On multivariate logistic regression analysis, age (p=0.034), Alberta Stroke Program Early CT Score (p<0.01), NIHSS score (p=0.02), and parenchymal hematoma type 2 (p=0.015) were significant predictors of functional independence among those who achieved successful reperfusion, but the number of passes required did not predict outcome for these patients (p=0.74).ConclusionPatients who achieve successful reperfusion after many passes have better clinical outcomes than those who do not, despite the number of passes and procedural time required. The number of passes required to achieve successful reperfusion beyond the first pass is not a predictor of functional independence.


2020 ◽  
pp. neurintsurg-2020-016720
Author(s):  
Feras Akbik ◽  
Ali Alawieh ◽  
C Michael Cawley ◽  
Brian M Howard ◽  
Frank C Tong ◽  
...  

BackgroundAtrial fibrillation (AF) associated ischemic stroke has worse functional outcomes, less effective recanalization, and increased rates of hemorrhagic complications after intravenous thrombolysis (IVT). Limited data exist about the effect of AF on procedural and clinical outcomes after mechanical thrombectomy (MT).ObjectiveTo determine whether recanalization efficacy, procedural speed, and clinical outcomes differ in AF associated stroke treated with MT.MethodsWe performed a retrospective cohort study of the Stroke Thrombectomy and Aneurysm Registry (STAR) from January 2015 to December 2018 and identified 4169 patients who underwent MT for an anterior circulation stroke, 1517 (36.4 %) of whom had comorbid AF. Prospectively defined baseline characteristics, procedural outcomes, and clinical outcomes were reported and compared.ResultsAF predicted faster procedural times, fewer passes, and higher rates of first pass success on multivariate analysis (p<0.01). AF had no effect on intracranial hemorrhage (aOR 0.69, 95% CI 0.43 to 1.12) or 90-day functional outcomes (aOR 1.17, 95% CI 0.91 to 1.50) after MT, although patients with AF were less likely to receive IVT (46% vs 54%, p<0.0001).ConclusionsIn patients treated with MT, comorbid AF is associated with faster procedural time, fewer passes, and increased rates of first pass success without increased risk of intracranial hemorrhage or worse functional outcomes. These results are in contrast to the increased hemorrhage rates and worse functional outcomes observed in AF associated stroke treated with supportive care and or IVT. These data suggest that MT negates the AF penalty in ischemic stroke.


2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anas S. Al-Smadi ◽  
Srishti Abrol ◽  
Ali Luqman ◽  
Parthasarathi Chamiraju ◽  
Hani Abujudeh

Abstract Background and PurposeStroke is a drastic complication and a poor prognostic marker of COVID-19 disease which emphasizes the importance of early identification and management of this complication. In this case series, we describe our experience of mechanical thrombectomy of large vessel occlusions (LVO) in patients with COVID-19.MethodsWe performed a retrospective study of a series of confirmed COVID-19 patients who underwent endovascular thrombectomy for acute cerebrovascular ischemic disease with large vessel occlusion. Patient demographics, presentations, lab values, angiographic and clinical outcomes were also reviewed.ResultsThree COVID-19 patients with large vessel occlusion who underwent endovascular thrombectomy were identified in our multi-center institution. Two patients had respiratory symptoms prior presentation and one patient presented initially with clinical deficits. Two patients had anterior circulation occlusion in the middle cerebral artery territory vs one had posterior circulation occlusion in the basilar artery. There was good angiographic outcome post thrombectomy in all patients, however poor clinical outcomes noted with no significant improvement in neurological manifestations in comparison with baseline at presentation. All patients developed critically severe symptoms during hospitalization requiring intubation and one patient died of COVID-19 related respiratory failure.ConclusionIn this small case series, we noted worse clinical outcomes in COVID-19 related LVO stroke despite effective thrombectomy, which may be related to the underlying COVID-19 disease and/or the nature of clot in these patients.


Stroke ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 52 (Suppl_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Feras Akbik ◽  
Ali Alawieh ◽  
C. Michael Cawley ◽  
Brian Howard ◽  
Frank Tong ◽  
...  

* on behalf of the Stroke Thrombectomy and Aneurysm Registry (STAR) Collaborators Introduction: Intravenous thrombolysis complications are enriched in AF associated stroke, as these patients have worse functional outcomes, less effective recanalization, and increased rates of hemorrhagic complications. These data suggest that AF patients may be at particularly high risk for complications of bridging therapy for large vessel occlusions treated with mechanical thrombectomy (MT). Here we determine whether clinical outcomes differ in AF associated stroke treated with MT and bridging therapy. Methods: We performed a retrospective cohort study of the Stroke and Aneurysm Registry (STAR) from January 2015 to December 2018 and identified 4,169 patients who underwent MT for an anterior circulation stroke, 1,517 (36.4 %) of which had comorbid AF. Prospectively defined baseline characteristics and clinical outcomes were compared. Results: Hemorrhagic complications after MT were similar in patients with or without AF. In patients without AF, bridging therapy improved 90-day outcomes (aOR 1.32, 1.02-1.74, p<0.05) without increasing hemorrhagic complications. In patients with AF, bridging therapy independently predicted hemorrhagic complications in AF patients (aOR 2.08, 1.06-4.06, p<0.033) without improving functional outcomes. Conclusions: Bridging therapy in AF patients undergoing thrombectomy independently increased the odds of intracranial hemorrhage and did not improve functional outcomes. AF patients may represent a high-risk subgroup for thrombolytic complications. Randomized trials are warranted to determine whether patients with AF associated stroke may benefit by deferring bridging therapy at thrombectomy-capable centers.


2017 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 162-167 ◽  
Author(s):  
Takahiro Ota ◽  
Yasuhiro Nishiyama ◽  
Satoshi Koizumi ◽  
Tomonari Saito ◽  
Masayuki Ueda ◽  
...  

Introduction Endovascular treatment for acute ischemic stroke with acute large-vessel occlusion (ALVO) has established benefits, and rapid treatment is vital for mechanical thrombectomy in ALVO. Time from onset of stroke to groin puncture (OTP) is a practical and useful clinical marker, and OTP should be shortened to obtain the maximum benefit of thrombectomy. Objective The aim of the present study was to assess the impact of early treatment of anterior circulation stroke within three hours after symptom onset and to evaluate the role of OTP in determining outcomes after endovascular therapy. Methods Consecutive patients with acute stroke due to major artery (internal carotid or middle cerebral arteries) occlusion who underwent endovascular recanalization between March 2014 and January 2017 were retrospectively evaluated. Patients were stratified by OTP into three categories: 0–≤3 h, >3–≤6 h, and >6 h. The primary outcome measure was a 90-day modified Rankin scale score of 0–2 (good outcome). Results Data were analyzed from 100 patients (mean age, 76.6 years; mean National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale score, 17). Groin puncture occurred within 0–≤3 h in 51 patients, >3–≤6 h in 28, and >6 h in 21. Median OTP in each group was 126 min (range, 57–168 min), 238 min (range, 186–360 min) and 728 min (range, 365–1492 min), respectively. On multivariable logistic regression analysis, category of OTP represented an independent predictor of patient outcome (adjusted odds ratio, 0.48; 95% confidence interval, 0.25–0.93; p = 0.029). Conclusions OTP is a prehospital and in-hospital workflow-based indicator. In this single-center study, OTP was found to independently affect functional outcomes after endovascular stroke treatment.


2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 994-998 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xianjun Huang ◽  
Qian Yang ◽  
Xiaolei Shi ◽  
Xiangjun Xu ◽  
Liang Ge ◽  
...  

BackgroundMalignant brain edema (MBE) is a devastating complication in ischemic stroke. Data on MBE in patients who have had mechanical thrombectomy (MT) are relatively scarce.ObjectiveTo investigate the incidence, predictors, and clinical outcomes of MBE in patients after MT.MethodsWe included 130 consecutive patients after MT caused by anterior circulation large vessel occlusion stroke, treated with MT. MBE was defined as a midline shift of ≥5 mm on the follow-up imaging within 72 hours after MT. Characteristics of patients at admission and details of treatment were collected. The 90-day modified Rankin scale score was used as a measure of functional outcomes.ResultsOf the 130 patients (age, 68.6±10.9 years; male, 50%), 35 (26.9%) patients developed MBE. The patients with MBE had a lower rate of functional independence (OR=7.831; 95% CI 1.731 to 35.427; p=0.008) and significantly higher mortality at 90 days (OR=7.958; 95% CI 2.274 to 27.848; p=0.001) than patients without MBE. In 104 (80%) patients with successful recanalization (modified Thrombolysis in Cerebral Infarction score of 2b–3), 24 (23.1%) patients exhibited MBE. After adjustment for confounding, ICA occlusion (OR=3.746; 95% CI 1.169 to 12.006; p=0.026) and worse collateral score (grade 1 vs grade 0: OR=0.727; 95% CI 0.192 to 2.753; p=0.638; grade 2 vs grade 0: OR=0.130; 95% CI 0.021 to 0.819; p=0.030) were significantly associated with the development of MBE, despite successful recanalization.ConclusionsMBE after MT is not uncommon and was related to poor functional outcomes. Localization of a vessel occlusion and collateral status may play a role in the development of MBE.


Stroke ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 52 (Suppl_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Taha Nisar ◽  
Osama Abu-hadid ◽  
Toluwalase Tofade ◽  
Sara Shapouran ◽  
Muhammad Zeeshan Memon ◽  
...  

Introduction: Anemia at presentation is associated with worse outcomes in patients with acute ischemic stroke. We aim to investigate the association of anemia upon presentation with functional outcomes in patients who undergo mechanical thrombectomy (MT). Methods: We performed a retrospective chart review of patients who underwent MT for anterior circulation large vessel occlusion at a comprehensive stroke center from 7/2014 to 5/2020. Anemia was considered a dichotomous categorical variable with a cutoff point of hemoglobin <12.0 g/dL in women and <13.0 g/dL in men, as per the definition of the World Health Organization. A binary logistic regression analysis was performed, controlling for age, pre-treatment-NIHSS, ASPECTS ≥6, TICI score ≥2b, onset to recanalization time, and administration of intravenous-alteplase (IV-rtPA), with the presence of anemia as the predictor. The primary outcome was a good functional outcome at 3-months (mRS of ≤1). The secondary outcomes were 3-month mortality, sICH (ECASS-II criteria), and infarct volume on follow-up CT Head. Results: 177 patients met our inclusion criteria. The mean age was 64.34±15.16 years. 93 (52.54%) patients were men. 34 (19.21%) patients had 3-month mRS≤1. 11 (6.21%) patients developed sICH. Among men, there was a significant association of anemia with lesser chance of good functional outcome (5.89% vs.23.73%; OR, 6.1; 95% CI, 1.3-30.5; P 0.028), higher mortality (52.94% vs.30.51%; OR, 2.9; 95% CI, 1.1-7.8; P 0.038), and a larger infarct volume (106.12±109.78mls vs.73.02±74.36mls.; OR, 1.1; 95% CI, 1.1-1.1; P 0.032), but not with sICH (5.89% vs.5.26%; OR, 1.6; 95% CI, 0.2-12.2; P 0.681). Among women, there was no significant association of anemia with any outcome measures: mRS ≤1 (25% vs.31.25%; OR, 0.84; 95% CI, 0.27-2.59; P 0.754), mortality (25% vs.23.08%; OR, 1.26; 95% CI, 0.4-3.97; P 0.693), infarct volume (60.08±94.46mls vs.69.05±97.74mls.; OR, 1; 95% CI, 1-1.01; P 0.981), and sICH (9.37% vs.5.89%; OR, 1.52; 95% CI, 0.26-8.88; P 0.643). Conclusions: Our study demonstrates a gender difference in outcomes in patients with anemia at presentation who undergo MT. In our cohort, men had an association between anemia and mRS≤1, mortality, and a larger infarct volume, unlike women.


2021 ◽  
pp. neurintsurg-2021-018000
Author(s):  
Fengli Li ◽  
Junfang Wan ◽  
Jiaxing Song ◽  
Junjie Yuan ◽  
Weilin Kong ◽  
...  

BackgroundThe best anesthetic management strategy for patients with acute large vessel occlusion treated with mechanical thrombectomy (MT) remains uncertain. Most studies have focused on anterior–circulation stroke caused by large artery occlusion. Nevertheless, limited data are available on the appropriate choice of anesthetic for acute basilar artery occlusion (BAO). We aimed to investigate the effect of anesthetic method on clinical outcomes in patients with BAO undergoing MT.MethodsPatients undergoing MT for acute BAO in the BASILAR registry (Acute Basilar Artery Occlusion Study) were included. We divided patients into three groups according to the anesthetic technique used during MT: general anesthesia (GA), local anesthesia (LA), and conscious sedation (CS). Propensity score matching was performed to achieve baseline balance.Results639 patients were included. GA was used in 257 patients (40.2%), LA was used in 250 patients (39.1%), and CS was used in 132 patients (20.7%). After 1:1 matching, favorable outcome, mortality, and hemorrhagic transformation rates, as well as modified Rankin Scale (mRS) score at 90 days, did not differ between the GA, LA, and CS groups.ConclusionsThe choice of anesthetic strategy, GA, LA, or CS, did not affect the clinical outcomes of patients with acute BAO treated with MT in the BASILAR registry.


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