Tag: thrombolytics
Acute Ischemic Stroke: Recent Advances in Reperfusion Treatment
Stroke is a major clinical challenge. The authors note that during the last 5–7 years, tremendous progress was achieved in the reperfusion treatment of acute ischemic stroke during its first few hours from symptom onset.... read more
Catheter Type in Pulmonary Embolism Intervention
Catheter based interventions for pulmonary embolism is on the rise. The rise in mainly in patients who present with submassive PE. The intent of intervention is to reduce clot burden. This is done to improve acute symptoms... read more
Thrombolytics for Stroke: The Evidence
Thrombolytics for stroke: undoubtedly the biggest controversy in emergency medicine. Also, the topic of this week’s Emergency Medicine Cases Journal Jam podcast. Rory Spiegel, Anton Helman, and I take a deep dive into the... read more
