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A recent meta-analysis provides evidence for using endovascular treatment in stroke patients with pre-existing disabilities. Traditionally, clinical trials often exclude patients with a baseline modified Rankin Scale (mRS) score of 2 or higher. However, researchers suggest that withholding therapy based on prior disability might deny patients significant clinical benefits. Specifically, this group often suffers from limited treatment options during acute events.
The meta-analysis evaluated data from five studies including 1,400 patients. Additionally, researchers compared endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) with best medical treatment. Consequently, the results showed that EVT significantly reduced all-cause mortality. Furthermore, patients receiving endovascular intervention were more likely to return to their baseline functional status. Specifically, the odds of returning to pre-stroke mRS were over three times higher. Moreover, safety remains a primary concern for clinicians. Despite this, the study found no significant increase in symptomatic intracranial hemorrhage. Therefore, the safety profile appears favorable in those with moderate pre-existing disability. As a result, these findings encourage clinicians to evaluate each case individually rather than following rigid exclusion criteria.
Yes, the meta-analysis found that endovascular treatment significantly reduces all-cause mortality in patients with pre-stroke disabilities compared to medical therapy alone.
No, the study indicated that there was no statistically significant difference in the rates of symptomatic intracranial hemorrhage between patients receiving EVT and those on medical treatment.
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