A 72-year-old with ischemic stroke 2 hours ago is found to have large vessel occlusion in MCA and ASPECTS 8. Best therapy?...

Question

A 72-year-old with ischemic stroke 2 hours ago is found to have large vessel occlusion in MCA and ASPECTS 8. Best therapy?

Accepted Answer

Mechanical thrombectomy plus IV alteplase if eligible

Answer

IV alteplase only

Answer

Mechanical thrombectomy within 6 hours only if no tPA

Answer

Aspirin 325 mg now

Answer

Heparin infusion

us-abem MCQ (SBA): Large Vessel Occlusion Stroke