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Adusumilli G, Pederson JM, Hardy N, Kallmes KM, Hutchison K, Kobeissi H, Heiferman DM, Heit JJ. Mechanical thrombectomy in anterior vs. posterior circulation stroke: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Interv Neuroradiol 2024; 30:307-316. [PMID: 35549748 DOI: 10.1177/15910199221100796] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND High-quality evidence exists for mechanical thrombectomy (MT) treatment of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) due to large vessel occlusion of the anterior circulation (AC-LVO). The evidence for MT treatment of posterior circulation large vessel occlusion (PC-LVO) is weaker, largely drawn from lower quality studies specific to PC-LVO and extrapolated from findings in AC-LVO, and ambiguous with regards to technical success. We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis to compare the technical success and functional outcomes of MT in PC-LVO versus AC-LVO patients. METHODS We identified comparative studies reporting on patients treated with MT in AC-LVO versus PC-LVO. The primary outcome of interest was thrombolysis in cerebral infarction (TICI) ≥ 2b. Secondary outcomes included rates of TICI 3, 90-day functional independence, first-pass-effect, average number of passes, and 90-day mortality. A separate random effects model was fit for each outcome measure. RESULTS Twenty studies with 12,911 patients, 11,299 (87.5%) in the AC-LVO arm and 1612 (12.5%) in the PC-LVO arm, were included. AC-LVO and PC-LVO patients had comparable rates of successful recanalization [OR = 1.02 [95% CI: 0.79-1.33], p = 0.848). However, the AC-LVO group had greater odds of 90-day functional independence (OR = 1.26 [95% CI: 1.00; 1.59], p = 0.050) and lower odds of 90-day mortality (OR = 0.58 [95% CI: 0.43; 0.79], p = 0.002). CONCLUSIONS MT achieves similar rates of recanalization with a similar safety profile in PC-LVO and AC-LVO patients. Patients with PC-LVO are less likely to achieve functional independence after MT. Future studies should identify PC-LVO patients who are likely to achieve favourable functional outcomes.
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- Gautam Adusumilli
- Department of Radiology and Neurosurgery, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Nested Knowledge, Inc, St Paul, MN, USA
- Superior Medical Experts, St Paul, MN, USA
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- Central Michigan University College of Medicine, Mt. Pleasant, MI, USA
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- Department of Radiology and Neurosurgery, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
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Nowinski WL. Taxonomy of Acute Stroke: Imaging, Processing, and Treatment. Diagnostics (Basel) 2024; 14:1057. [PMID: 38786355 PMCID: PMC11119045 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics14101057] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2024] [Revised: 05/01/2024] [Accepted: 05/16/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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Stroke management employs a variety of diagnostic imaging modalities, image processing and analysis methods, and treatment procedures. This work categorizes methods for stroke imaging, image processing and analysis, and treatment, and provides their taxonomies illustrated by a state-of-the-art review. Imaging plays a critical role in stroke management, and the most frequently employed modalities are computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance (MR). CT includes unenhanced non-contrast CT as the first-line diagnosis, CT angiography, and CT perfusion. MR is the most complete method to examine stroke patients. MR angiography is useful to evaluate the severity of artery stenosis, vascular occlusion, and collateral flow. Diffusion-weighted imaging is the gold standard for evaluating ischemia. MR perfusion-weighted imaging assesses the penumbra. The stroke image processing methods are divided into non-atlas/template-based and atlas/template-based. The non-atlas/template-based methods are subdivided into intensity and contrast transformations, local segmentation-related, anatomy-guided, global density-guided, and artificial intelligence/deep learning-based. The atlas/template-based methods are subdivided into intensity templates and atlases with three atlas types: anatomy atlases, vascular atlases, and lesion-derived atlases. The treatment procedures for arterial and venous strokes include intravenous and intraarterial thrombolysis and mechanical thrombectomy. This work captures the state-of-the-art in stroke management summarized in the form of comprehensive and straightforward taxonomy diagrams. All three introduced taxonomies in diagnostic imaging, image processing and analysis, and treatment are widely illustrated and compared against other state-of-the-art classifications.
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- Wieslaw L Nowinski
- Sano Centre for Computational Personalised Medicine, Czarnowiejska 36, 30-054 Krakow, Poland
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Sarraj A, Campbell BCV. Does Reperfusion Benefit Patients Without Perfusion Mismatch? Stroke 2024; 55:1326-1328. [PMID: 38572633 DOI: 10.1161/strokeaha.124.046989] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/05/2024]
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- Amrou Sarraj
- Department of Neurology, University Hospital Cleveland Medical Center, Case Western Reserve University, OH (A.S.)
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- Department of Medicine and Neurology, Melbourne Brain Centre at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, University of Melbourne, VIC, Australia (B.C.V.C.)
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Beyeler M, Pohle F, Weber L, Mueller M, Kurmann CC, Mujanovic A, Clénin L, Piechowiak EI, Meinel TR, Bücke P, Jung S, Seiffge D, Pilgram-Pastor SM, Dobrocky T, Arnold M, Gralla J, Fischer U, Mordasini P, Kaesmacher J. Long-Term Effect of Mechanical Thrombectomy in Stroke Patients According to Advanced Imaging Characteristics. Clin Neuroradiol 2024; 34:105-114. [PMID: 37642685 PMCID: PMC10881753 DOI: 10.1007/s00062-023-01337-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2023] [Accepted: 07/13/2023] [Indexed: 08/31/2023]
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PURPOSE Data on long-term effect of mechanical thrombectomy (MT) in patients with large ischemic cores (≥ 70 ml) are scarce. Our study aimed to assess the long-term outcomes in MT-patients according to baseline advanced imaging parameters. METHODS We performed a single-centre retrospective cohort study of stroke patients receiving MT between January 1, 2010 and December 31, 2018. We assessed baseline imaging to determine core and mismatch volumes and hypoperfusion intensity ratio (with low ratio reflecting good collateral status) using RAPID automated post-processing software. Main outcomes were cross-sectional long-term mortality, functional outcome and quality of life by May 2020. Analysis were stratified by the final reperfusion status. RESULTS In total 519 patients were included of whom 288 (55.5%) have deceased at follow-up (median follow-up time 28 months, interquartile range 1-55). Successful reperfusion was associated with lower long-term mortality in patients with ischemic core volumes ≥ 70 ml (adjusted hazard ratio (aHR) 0.20; 95% confidence interval (95% CI) 0.10-0.44) and ≥ 100 ml (aHR 0.26; 95% CI 0.08-0.87). The effect of successful reperfusion on long-term mortality was significant only in the presence of relevant mismatch (aHR 0.17; 95% CI 0.01-0.44). Increasing reperfusion grade was associated with a higher rate of favorable outcomes (mRS 0-3) also in patients with ischemic core volume ≥ 70 ml (aOR 3.58, 95% CI 1.64-7.83). CONCLUSION Our study demonstrated a sustainable benefit of better reperfusion status in patients with large ischemic core volumes. Our results suggest that patient deselection based on large ischemic cores alone is not advisable.
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- Morin Beyeler
- Department of Neurology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 18, 3010, Bern, Switzerland.
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 8, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 18, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 18, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 8, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 18, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 8, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 18, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 8, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 18, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 18, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 18, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 18, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 8, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 8, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 18, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 8, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 18, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
- Neurology Department, University Hospital of Basel, University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 8, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 8, 3010, Bern, Switzerland.
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Seners P, Baron JC, Olivot JM, Albers GW. Does imaging of the ischemic penumbra have value in acute ischemic stroke with large vessel occlusion? Curr Opin Neurol 2024; 37:1-7. [PMID: 38038427 DOI: 10.1097/wco.0000000000001235] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/02/2023]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW In this review, we summarize current evidence regarding potential benefits and limitations of using perfusion imaging to estimate presence and extent of irreversibly injured ischemic brain tissue ('core') and severely ischemic yet salvageable tissue ('penumbra') in acute stroke patients with large vessel occlusion (LVO). RECENT FINDINGS Core and penumbra volumes are strong prognostic biomarkers in LVO patients. Greater benefits of both intravenous thrombolysis and endovascular therapy (EVT) are observed in patients with small core and large penumbra volumes. However, some current definitions of clinically relevant penumbra may be too restrictive and exclude patients who may benefit from reperfusion therapies. Alongside other clinical and radiological factors, penumbral imaging may enhance the discussion regarding the benefit/risk ratio of EVT in common clinical situations, such as patients with large core - for whom EVT's benefit is established but associated with a high rate of severe disability -, or patients with mild symptoms or medium vessel occlusions - for whom EVT's benefit is currently unknown. Beyond penumbral evaluation, perfusion imaging is clinically relevant for optimizing patient's selection for neuroprotection trials. SUMMARY In an emerging era of precision medicine, perfusion imaging is a valuable tool in LVO-related acute stroke.
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- Pierre Seners
- Neurology Department, A. de Rothschild Foundation Hospital
- Institut de Psychiatrie et Neurosciences de Paris (IPNP), INSERM U1266
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- Institut de Psychiatrie et Neurosciences de Paris (IPNP), INSERM U1266
- Neurology Department, GHU Paris Psychiatrie et Neurosciences, Paris
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- Acute Stroke Unit, Hôpital Pierre-Paul Riquet, CHU Toulouse and CIC 1436, Toulouse University, Toulouse, France
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Bammer R, Amukotuwa SA. Dynamic Susceptibility Contrast Perfusion, Part 1: The Fundamentals. Magn Reson Imaging Clin N Am 2024; 32:1-23. [PMID: 38007273 DOI: 10.1016/j.mric.2023.09.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2023]
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Measuring blood flow has been of long-standing interest in medicine and physiology. Initially conceived to measure blood flow to the whole organ, attention turned quickly to measure capillary blood flow as a measure of local delivery of nutrients to a small region of tissue. Originally proposed with gases and microspheres, early on, the method of indicator dilution has become the most prevalent approach because of the impracticality of using microspheres.
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- Roland Bammer
- Department of Radiology and Radiological Sciences, Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia; Monash Imaging, Monash Health, Clayton, VIC, Australia.
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- Department of Radiology and Radiological Sciences, Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia; Monash Imaging, Monash Health, Clayton, VIC, Australia
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McArthur MA, Tavakkol E, Bahr-Hosseini M, Jahan R, Duckwiler GR, Saver JL, Liebeskind DS, Nael K. Overestimation of ischemic core on baseline MRI in acute stroke. Interv Neuroradiol 2024:15910199231224500. [PMID: 38258456 DOI: 10.1177/15910199231224500] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE In patients with acute ischemic stroke (AIS), overestimation of ischemic core on MRI-DWI has been described primarily in regions with milder reduced diffusion. We aimed to assess the possibility of ischemic core overestimation on pretreatment MRI despite using more restricted reduced diffusion (apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) ≤620 × 10-6 mm2/s) in AIS patients with successful reperfusion. MATERIALS AND METHODS In this retrospective single institutional study, AIS patients who had pretreatment MRI underwent successful reperfusion and had follow-up MRI to determine the final infarct volume were reviewed. Pretreatment ischemic core and final infarction volumes were calculated. Ghost core was defined as overestimation of final infarct volume by baseline MRI of >10 mL. Baseline clinical, demographic, and treatment-related factors in this cohort were reviewed. RESULTS A total of 6/156 (3.8%) patients had overestimated ischemic core volume on baseline MRI, with mean overestimation of 65.6 mL. Three out of six patients had pretreatment ischemic core estimation of >70 mL, while the final infarct volume was <70 mL. All six patients had last known well-to-imaging <120 min, median (IQR): 65 (53-81) minutes. CONCLUSIONS Overestimation of ischemic core, known as ghost core, is rare using severe ADC threshold (≤620 × 10-6 mm2/s), but it does occur in nearly 1 of every 25 patients, confined to hyperacute patients imaged within 120 min of symptom onset. Awareness of this phenomenon carries implications for treatment and trial enrollment.
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- M A McArthur
- Department of Radiological Sciences, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, USA
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- Department of Radiological Sciences, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, USA
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- Department of Neurology, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, USA
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- Department of Radiological Sciences, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, USA
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- Department of Radiological Sciences, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, USA
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- Department of Neurology, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, USA
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- Department of Neurology, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, USA
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- Department of Radiological Sciences, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, USA
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Zhao H, Li C, Duan W, Wei D, Xue R, Wei M, Chang Y, Shang L, Lin S, Xu J, Zheng M. Neurological prognosis in surgically treated acute aortic dissection with brain computed tomography perfusion. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2024; 65:ezad437. [PMID: 38175783 DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezad437] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2023] [Revised: 12/08/2023] [Accepted: 01/03/2024] [Indexed: 01/06/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to explore the prognostic value of brain computed tomography perfusion (CTP) for postoperative new stroke in acute type A aortic dissection (ATAAD) patients. METHODS Patients with ATAAD and suspected cerebral malperfusion who underwent brain CTP and surgical repair were retrospectively analysed. Brain perfusion was quantified mainly with the averaged cerebral blood flow. Significant clinical and imaging findings were identified through univariable and multivariable regression analysis. Furthermore, the added prognostic benefit of perfusion parameters was confirmed with the receiver operating characteristic curves in the entire cohort and subgroup analysis. RESULTS The incidence of postoperative new stroke was 30.8% (44/143). The independent adjusted predictors of postoperative new stroke included an impaired averaged cerebral blood flow (ml/100 ml/min) (odds ratio: 0.889; P < 0.001), severe stenosis (odds ratio: 5.218; P = 0.011) or occlusion (odds ratio: 14.697; P = 0.048) of the true lumen in common carotid artery (CCA), hypotension on admission (odds ratio: 9.644; P = 0.016) and a longer surgery time (odds ratio: 1.593; P = 0.021). The area under the receiver operating characteristic curves significantly improved after adding perfusion parameters to clinical and computed tomography angiography characteristics (P = 0.048). This benefit was more pronounced in patients with severe stenosis or occlusion in CCA true lumen (P = 0.004). CONCLUSIONS Brain CTP could be a useful prognostic tool for surgically treated ATAAD patients and especially beneficial in patients with severe stenosis or occlusion of the CCA true lumen.
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- Hongliang Zhao
- Department of Radiology, Xijing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Xijing Hospital, Fourth Military University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Neurology, Xijing Hospital, Fourth Military University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Radiology, Xijing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Radiology, Xijing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Radiology, Xijing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Health Statistics, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Computed Tomography, Siemens Healthineers Ltd, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Radiology, Xijing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Radiology, Xijing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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Chang TY, Christensen S, Mlynash M, Heit JJ, Marks MP, Lee S, McCullough-Hicks ME, Ostojic LV, Kemp S, Albers GW, Srivatsan A, Lee TH, Lansberg MG. Perfusion Profiles May Differ Between Asymptomatic Versus Symptomatic Internal Carotid Artery Occlusion. J Stroke 2024; 26:108-111. [PMID: 38326709 PMCID: PMC10850449 DOI: 10.5853/jos.2023.02768] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2023] [Revised: 10/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/27/2023] [Indexed: 02/09/2024] Open
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- Ting-Yu Chang
- Department of Neurology and Neurological Sciences, Stanford Stroke Center, Palo Alto, CA, USA
- Department of Neurology, Stroke Center, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurology and Neurological Sciences, Stanford Stroke Center, Palo Alto, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurology and Neurological Sciences, Stanford Stroke Center, Palo Alto, CA, USA
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurology and Neurological Sciences, Stanford Stroke Center, Palo Alto, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurology and Neurological Sciences, Stanford Stroke Center, Palo Alto, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurology and Neurological Sciences, Stanford Stroke Center, Palo Alto, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurology and Neurological Sciences, Stanford Stroke Center, Palo Alto, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurology and Neurological Sciences, Stanford Stroke Center, Palo Alto, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurology, Stroke Center, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurology and Neurological Sciences, Stanford Stroke Center, Palo Alto, CA, USA
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Chung KJ, De Sarno D, Lee TY. CT perfusion stroke lesion threshold calibration between deconvolution algorithms. Sci Rep 2023; 13:21458. [PMID: 38052882 PMCID: PMC10698076 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-48700-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2023] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 12/07/2023] Open
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CTP is an important diagnostic tool in managing patients with acute ischemic stroke, but challenges persist in the agreement of stroke lesion volumes and ischemic core-penumbra mismatch profiles determined with different CTP post-processing software. We investigated a systematic method of calibrating CTP stroke lesion thresholds between deconvolution algorithms using a digital perfusion phantom to improve inter-software agreement of mismatch profiles. Deconvolution-estimated cerebral blood flow (CBF) and Tmax was compared to the phantom ground truth via linear regression for one model-independent and two model-based deconvolution algorithms. Using the clinical standard of model-independent CBF < 30% and Tmax > 6 s as reference thresholds for ischemic core and penumbra, respectively, we determined that model-based CBF < 15% and Tmax > 6 s were the corresponding calibrated thresholds after accounting for quantitative differences revealed at linear regression. Calibrated thresholds were then validated in 63 patients with large vessel stroke by evaluating agreement (concordance and Cohen's kappa, κ) between the two model-based and model-independent deconvolution methods in determining mismatch profiles used for clinical decision-making. Both model-based deconvolution methods achieved 95% concordance with model-independent assessment and Cohen's kappa was excellent (κ = 0.87; 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.72-1.00 and κ = 0.86; 95% CI 0.70-1.00). Our systematic method of calibrating CTP stroke lesion thresholds may help harmonize mismatch profiles determined by different software.
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- Kevin J Chung
- Department of Medical Biophysics, University of Western Ontario, London, ON, Canada
- Robarts Research Institute, University of Western Ontario, London, ON, Canada
- Imaging Program, Lawson Health Research Institute, London, ON, Canada
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- Robarts Research Institute, University of Western Ontario, London, ON, Canada
- Imaging Program, Lawson Health Research Institute, London, ON, Canada
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- Department of Medical Biophysics, University of Western Ontario, London, ON, Canada.
- Robarts Research Institute, University of Western Ontario, London, ON, Canada.
- Imaging Program, Lawson Health Research Institute, London, ON, Canada.
- Department of Medical Imaging, University of Western Ontario, London, ON, Canada.
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Fainardi E, Busto G, Morotti A. Automated advanced imaging in acute ischemic stroke. Certainties and uncertainties. Eur J Radiol Open 2023; 11:100524. [PMID: 37771657 PMCID: PMC10523426 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejro.2023.100524] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2023] [Revised: 09/12/2023] [Accepted: 09/13/2023] [Indexed: 09/30/2023] Open
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The purpose of this is study was to review pearls and pitfalls of advanced imaging, such as computed tomography perfusion and diffusion-weighed imaging and perfusion-weighted imaging in the selection of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) patients suitable for endovascular treatment (EVT) in the late time window (6-24 h from symptom onset). Advanced imaging can quantify infarct core and ischemic penumbra using specific threshold values and provides optimal selection parameters, collectively called target mismatch. More precisely, target mismatch criteria consist of core volume and/or penumbra volume and mismatch ratio (the ratio between total hypoperfusion and core volumes) with precise cut-off values. The parameters of target mismatch are automatically calculated with dedicated software packages that allow a quick and standardized interpretation of advanced imaging. However, this approach has several limitations leading to a misclassification of core and penumbra volumes. In fact, automatic software platforms are affected by technical artifacts and are not interchangeable due to a remarkable vendor-dependent variability, resulting in different estimate of target mismatch parameters. In addition, advanced imaging is not completely accurate in detecting infarct core, that can be under- or overestimated. Finally, the selection of candidates for EVT remains currently suboptimal due to the high rates of futile reperfusion and overselection caused by the use of very stringent inclusion criteria. For these reasons, some investigators recently proposed to replace advanced with conventional imaging in the selection for EVT, after the demonstration that non-contrast CT ASPECTS and computed tomography angiography collateral evaluation are not inferior to advanced images in predicting outcome in AIS patients treated with EVT. However, other authors confirmed that CTP and PWI/DWI postprocessed images are superior to conventional imaging in establishing the eligibility of patients for EVT. Therefore, the routine application of automatic assessment of advanced imaging remains a matter of debate. Recent findings suggest that the combination of conventional and advanced imaging might improving our selection criteria.
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- Enrico Fainardi
- Neuroradiology Unit, Department of Experimental and Clinical Biomedical Sciences, University of Florence, Italy
- Neuroradiology Unit, Department of Radiology, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Neuroradiology Unit, Department of Radiology, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Neurological and Vision Sciences, Neurology Unit, ASST Spedali Civili, Brescia, Italy
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Sohn JH, Kim Y, Kim C, Sung JH, Han SW, Kim Y, Park SH, Lee M, Yu KH, Lee JJ, Lee SH. Effect of Cerebral Small Vessel Disease Burden on Infarct Growth Rate and Stroke Outcomes in Large Vessel Occlusion Stroke Receiving Endovascular Treatment. Biomedicines 2023; 11:3102. [PMID: 38002102 PMCID: PMC10669066 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines11113102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2023] [Revised: 11/13/2023] [Accepted: 11/16/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
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This study aimed to investigate the association between cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD) burden and infarct growth rate (IGR) in patients with large vessel occlusion (LVO) stroke who underwent endovascular treatment (EVT). A retrospective analysis was conducted on a cohort of 495 patients with anterior circulation stroke who received EVT. CSVD burden was assessed using a CSVD score based on neuroimaging features. IGR was calculated from diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) lesion volumes divided by the time from stroke onset to imaging. Clinical outcomes included stroke progression and functional outcomes at 3 months. Multivariate analyses were performed to assess the relationship between CSVD burden, IGR, and clinical outcomes. The fast IGR group had a higher proportion of high CSVD scores than the slow IGR group (24.4% vs. 0.8%, p < 0.001). High CSVD burden was significantly associated with a faster IGR (odds ratio [95% confidence interval], 26.26 [6.26-110.14], p < 0.001) after adjusting for confounding factors. High CSVD burden also independently predicted stroke progression and poor functional outcomes. This study highlights a significant relationship between CSVD burden and IGR in LVO stroke patients undergoing EVT. High CSVD burden was associated with faster infarct growth and worse clinical outcomes.
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- Jong-Hee Sohn
- Department of Neurology, Chuncheon Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, 77 Sakju-ro, Chuncheon 24253, Republic of Korea; (J.-H.S.); (C.K.); (J.H.S.); (S.-W.H.)
- Institute of New Frontier Research Team, Hallym University, Chuncheon 24252, Republic of Korea; (Y.K.); (J.J.L.)
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- Institute of New Frontier Research Team, Hallym University, Chuncheon 24252, Republic of Korea; (Y.K.); (J.J.L.)
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- Department of Neurology, Chuncheon Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, 77 Sakju-ro, Chuncheon 24253, Republic of Korea; (J.-H.S.); (C.K.); (J.H.S.); (S.-W.H.)
- Institute of New Frontier Research Team, Hallym University, Chuncheon 24252, Republic of Korea; (Y.K.); (J.J.L.)
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- Department of Neurology, Chuncheon Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, 77 Sakju-ro, Chuncheon 24253, Republic of Korea; (J.-H.S.); (C.K.); (J.H.S.); (S.-W.H.)
- Institute of New Frontier Research Team, Hallym University, Chuncheon 24252, Republic of Korea; (Y.K.); (J.J.L.)
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- Department of Neurology, Chuncheon Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, 77 Sakju-ro, Chuncheon 24253, Republic of Korea; (J.-H.S.); (C.K.); (J.H.S.); (S.-W.H.)
- Institute of New Frontier Research Team, Hallym University, Chuncheon 24252, Republic of Korea; (Y.K.); (J.J.L.)
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- Department of Neurology, Kangdong Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Seoul 05355, Republic of Korea; (Y.K.); (S.-H.P.)
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- Department of Neurology, Kangdong Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Seoul 05355, Republic of Korea; (Y.K.); (S.-H.P.)
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- Department of Neurology, Hallym Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang 14068, Republic of Korea; (M.L.); (K.-H.Y.)
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- Department of Neurology, Hallym Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang 14068, Republic of Korea; (M.L.); (K.-H.Y.)
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- Institute of New Frontier Research Team, Hallym University, Chuncheon 24252, Republic of Korea; (Y.K.); (J.J.L.)
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Chuncheon Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Chuncheon 24252, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurology, Chuncheon Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, 77 Sakju-ro, Chuncheon 24253, Republic of Korea; (J.-H.S.); (C.K.); (J.H.S.); (S.-W.H.)
- Institute of New Frontier Research Team, Hallym University, Chuncheon 24252, Republic of Korea; (Y.K.); (J.J.L.)
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Dippel DWJ, Roozenbeek B. Thrombectomy for acute ischaemic stroke without advanced imaging. Lancet 2023; 402:1724-1725. [PMID: 37837993 DOI: 10.1016/s0140-6736(23)02229-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2023] [Accepted: 10/04/2023] [Indexed: 10/16/2023]
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- Diederik W J Dippel
- Department of Neurology, Stroke Center, Erasmus MC University Medical Center, Rotterdam 3000 CA, Netherlands.
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- Department of Neurology, Stroke Center, Erasmus MC University Medical Center, Rotterdam 3000 CA, Netherlands
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Yedavalli V, Kihira S, Shahrouki P, Hamam O, Tavakkol E, McArthur M, Qiao J, Johanna F, Doshi A, Vagal A, Khatri P, Srinivasan A, Chaudhary N, Bahr-Hosseini M, Colby GP, Nour M, Jahan R, Duckwiler G, Arnold C, Saver JL, Mocco J, Liebeskind DS, Nael K. CTP-based estimated ischemic core: A comparative multicenter study between Olea and RAPID software. J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis 2023; 32:107297. [PMID: 37738915 DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2023.107297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2023] [Revised: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 08/03/2023] [Indexed: 09/24/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE CTP is increasingly used to assess eligibility for endovascular therapy (EVT) in patients with large vessel occlusions (LVO). There remain variability and inconsistencies between software packages for estimation of ischemic core. We aimed to use heterogenous data from four stroke centers to perform a comparative analysis for CTP-estimated ischemic core between RAPID (iSchemaView) and Olea (Olea Medical). METHODS In this retrospective multicenter study, patients with anterior circulation LVO who underwent pretreatment CTP, successful EVT (defined TICI ≥ 2b), and follow-up MRI included. Automated CTP analysis was performed using Olea platform [rCBF < 25% and differential time-to-peak (dTTP)>5s] and RAPID (rCBF < 30%). The CTP estimated core volumes were compared against the final infarct volume (FIV) on post treatment MRI-DWI. RESULTS A total of 151 patients included. The CTP-estimated ischemic core volumes (mean ± SD) were 18.7 ± 18.9 mL on Olea and 10.5 ± 17.9 mL on RAPID significantly different (p < 0.01). The correlation between CTP estimated core and MRI final infarct volume was r = 0.38, p < 0.01 for RAPID and r = 0.39, p < 0.01 for Olea. Both software platforms demonstrated a strong correlation with each other (r = 0.864, p < 0.001). Both software overestimated the ischemic core volume above 70 mL in 4 patients (2.6%). CONCLUSIONS Substantial variation between Olea and RAPID CTP-estimated core volumes exists, though rates of overcalling of large core were low and identical. Both showed comparable core volume correlation to MRI infarct volume.
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- V Yedavalli
- Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, United States.
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- David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California - Los Angeles, United States
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- David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California - Los Angeles, United States
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- Massachussetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, United States
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- David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California - Los Angeles, United States
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- David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California - Los Angeles, United States
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- David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California - Los Angeles, United States
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- Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY, United States
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- Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY, United States
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- University of Cincinnati School of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH, United States
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- University of Cincinnati School of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH, United States
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- University of Michigan School of Medicine, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
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- University of Michigan School of Medicine, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
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- David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California - Los Angeles, United States
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- David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California - Los Angeles, United States
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- David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California - Los Angeles, United States
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- David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California - Los Angeles, United States
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- David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California - Los Angeles, United States
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- David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California - Los Angeles, United States
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- David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California - Los Angeles, United States
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- Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY, United States
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- David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California - Los Angeles, United States
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- David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California - Los Angeles, United States
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Krawchuk LJ, Sharrock MF. Prognostic Neuroimaging Biomarkers in Acute Vascular Brain Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury. Semin Neurol 2023; 43:699-711. [PMID: 37802120 DOI: 10.1055/s-0043-1775790] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/08/2023]
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Prognostic imaging biomarkers after acute brain injury inform treatment decisions, track the progression of intracranial injury, and can be used in shared decision-making processes with families. Herein, key established biomarkers and prognostic scoring systems are surveyed in the literature, and their applications in clinical practice and clinical trials are discussed. Biomarkers in acute ischemic stroke include computed tomography (CT) hypodensity scoring, diffusion-weighted lesion volume, and core infarct size on perfusion imaging. Intracerebral hemorrhage biomarkers include hemorrhage volume, expansion, and location. Aneurysmal subarachnoid biomarkers include hemorrhage grading, presence of diffusion-restricting lesions, and acute hydrocephalus. Traumatic brain injury CT scoring systems, contusion expansion, and diffuse axonal injury grading are reviewed. Emerging biomarkers including white matter disease scoring, diffusion tensor imaging, and the automated calculation of scoring systems and volumetrics are discussed.
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- Lindsey J Krawchuk
- Department of Neurology, School of Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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- Department of Neurology, School of Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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Piscopo A, Zanaty M, Dlouhy K. Contemporary Methods for Detection and Intervention of Distal Medium and Small Vessel Occlusions. J Clin Med 2023; 12:6071. [PMID: 37763011 PMCID: PMC10531921 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12186071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2023] [Revised: 09/10/2023] [Accepted: 09/14/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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The efficacy of using mechanical thrombectomy for proximal large vessel occlusions has been demonstrated in multiple large-scale trials and has further raised the question of its potential utility for distal medium and small vessel occlusions (DMSVOs). Their longer, more tortuous course and smaller corresponding vascular territories render a significant challenge for detection and intervention. The aim of this study is to provide a comprehensive overview of the current imaging and endovascular intervention options for DMSVOs and review the current works in the literature. Compared with traditional computed tomography angiography (CTA) and CT perfusion, recent advances such as multiphase CTA and maps derived from the time-to-maximum parameter coupled with artificial intelligence have demonstrated increased sensitivity for the detection of DMSVOs. Furthermore, newer generations of mini stent retrievers and thromboaspiration devices have allowed for the access and navigation of smaller and more fragile distal arteries. Preliminary studies have suggested that mechanical thrombectomy using this newer generation of devices is both safe and feasible in distal medium-sized vessels, such as M2. However, endovascular intervention utilizing such contemporary methods and devices must be balanced at the discretion of operator experience and favorable vascular anatomy. Further large-scale multicenter clinical trials are warranted to elucidate the indications for as well as to strengthen the safety and efficacy of this approach.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics, Iowa City, IA 52242, USA; (A.P.); (K.D.)
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Subramaniam JC, Cheung A, Manning N, Whitley J, Cordato D, Zagami A, Cappelen-Smith C, Tian H, Levi C, Parsons M, Butcher KS. Most endovascular thrombectomy patients have Target Mismatch despite absence of formal CT perfusion selection criteria. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0285679. [PMID: 37708105 PMCID: PMC10501580 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0285679] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2022] [Accepted: 04/27/2023] [Indexed: 09/16/2023] Open
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Endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) is the standard of care for large vessel occlusion stroke. Use of Computed Tomographic Perfusion (CTP) to select EVT candidates is variable. The frequency of treatment and outcome in patients with unfavourable CTP patterns is unknown. A retrospective analysis of CTP utilisation prior to EVT was conducted. All CTP data were analysed centrally and a Target Mismatch was defined as an infarct core ≤70 ml, penumbral volume ≥15ml, and a total hypoperfused volume:core volume ratio >1.8. The primary outcome was good functional outcome at 90 days, defined as a modified Rankin Scale (mRS) score 0-2. follow-up infarct volume, core expansion and penumbral salvage volumes were secondary outcomes. Of 572 anterior circulation EVT patients, CTP source image data required to generate objective maps were available in 170, and a Target Mismatch was present in 151 (89%). The rate of 90-day good functional outcome was similar between Target Mismatch (53%) and Large Core Non-Mismatch groups (46%, p = 0.629). Median follow-up infarct volume in the Large Core Non-Mismatch group (104ml [IQR 25ml-189ml]) was larger than that in the Target Mismatch patients (16ml [8ml-47ml], p<0.001). Despite a lack of formal CTP selection criteria, the majority of patients treated at our centres had a Target Mismatch. Patients without Target Mismatch had larger follow-up infarct volumes, but the functional recovery rate was similar to that in Target Mismatch patients. Infarct volumes should be included as objective assessment criteria in the evaluation of the efficacy of EVT in non-Target Mismatch patients.
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- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, The Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, Australia
- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Liverpool Hospital, Liverpool, Australia
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- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, The Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, Australia
- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Liverpool Hospital, Liverpool, Australia
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- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Liverpool Hospital, Liverpool, Australia
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- Department of Neurology and Neurophysiology, Liverpool Hospital, Liverpool, Australia
- Ingham Institute of Applied Medical Research, Sydney, Australia
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- Institute of Neurological Sciences, Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- Department of Neurology and Neurophysiology, Liverpool Hospital, Liverpool, Australia
- Ingham Institute of Applied Medical Research, Sydney, Australia
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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- Departments of Neurology, John Hunter Hospital, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
- Ingham Institute of Applied Medical Research, Sydney, Australia
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
- Institute of Neurological Sciences, Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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Sakakibara F, Uchida K, Yoshimura S, Sakai N, Yamagami H, Toyoda K, Matsumaru Y, Matsumoto Y, Kimura K, Ishikura R, Inoue M, Ando K, Yoshida A, Tanaka K, Yoshimoto T, Koge J, Beppu M, Shirakawa M, Morimoto T. Mode of Imaging Study and Endovascular Therapy for a Large Ischemic Core: Insights From the RESCUE-Japan LIMIT. J Stroke 2023; 25:388-398. [PMID: 37813673 PMCID: PMC10574299 DOI: 10.5853/jos.2023.01641] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2023] [Revised: 07/17/2023] [Accepted: 08/21/2023] [Indexed: 10/11/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Differences in measurement of the extent of acute ischemic stroke using the Alberta Stroke Program Early Computed Tomographic Score (ASPECTS) by non-contrast computed tomography (CT-ASPECTS stratum) and diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI-ASPECTS stratum) may impact the efficacy of endovascular therapy (EVT) in patients with a large ischemic core. METHODS The RESCUE-Japan LIMIT (Recovery by Endovascular Salvage for Cerebral Ultra-acute Embolism Japan-Large IscheMIc core Trial) was a multicenter, open-label, randomized clinical trial that evaluated the efficacy and safety of EVT in patients with ASPECTS of 3-5. CT-ASPECTS was prioritized when both CT-ASPECTS and DWI-ASPECTS were measured. The effects of EVT on the modified Rankin Scale (mRS) score at 90 days were assessed separately for each stratum. RESULTS Among 183 patients, 112 (EVT group, 53; No-EVT group, 59) were in the CT-ASPECTS stratum and 71 (EVT group, 40; No-EVT group, 31) in the DWI-ASPECTS stratum. The common odds ratio (OR) (95% confidence interval) of the EVT group for one scale shift of the mRS score toward 0 was 1.29 (0.65-2.54) compared to the No-EVT group in CT-ASPECTS stratum, and 6.15 (2.46-16.3) in DWI-ASPECTS stratum with significant interaction between treatment assignment and mode of imaging study (P=0.002). There were significant interactions in the improvement of the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale score at 48 hours (CT-ASPECTS stratum: OR, 1.95; DWIASPECTS stratum: OR, 14.5; interaction P=0.035) and mortality at 90 days (CT-ASPECTS stratum: OR, 2.07; DWI-ASPECTS stratum: OR, 0.23; interaction P=0.008). CONCLUSION Patients with ASPECTS of 3-5 on MRI benefitted more from EVT than those with ASPECTS of 3-5 on CT.
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- Fumihiro Sakakibara
- Department of Neurosurgery, Hyogo Medical University, Nishinomiya, Japan
- Department of Clinical Epidemiology, Hyogo Medical University, Nishinomiya, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hyogo Medical University, Nishinomiya, Japan
- Department of Clinical Epidemiology, Hyogo Medical University, Nishinomiya, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hyogo Medical University, Nishinomiya, Japan
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- Neurovascular Research & Neuroendovascular Therapy, Kobe City Medical Center General Hospital, Kobe, Japan
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- Department of Stroke Neurology, National Hospital Organization Osaka National Hospital, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine, National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, Suita, Japan
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- Division of Stroke Prevention and Treatment, Department of Neurosurgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan
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- Division of Development and Discovery of Interventional Therapy, Tohoku University Hospital, Sendai, Japan
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- Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Nippon Medical School, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Kobe City Medical Center General Hospital, Kobe, Japan
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- Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine, National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, Suita, Japan
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- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Kobe City Medical Center General Hospital, Kobe, Japan
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- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Kobe City Medical Center General Hospital, Kobe, Japan
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- Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine, National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, Suita, Japan
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- Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine, National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, Suita, Japan
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- Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine, National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, Suita, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hyogo Medical University, Nishinomiya, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hyogo Medical University, Nishinomiya, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology, Hyogo Medical University, Nishinomiya, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hyogo Medical University, Nishinomiya, Japan
- Department of Clinical Epidemiology, Hyogo Medical University, Nishinomiya, Japan
- Neurovascular Research & Neuroendovascular Therapy, Kobe City Medical Center General Hospital, Kobe, Japan
- Department of Stroke Neurology, National Hospital Organization Osaka National Hospital, Osaka, Japan
- Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine, National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, Suita, Japan
- Division of Stroke Prevention and Treatment, Department of Neurosurgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan
- Division of Development and Discovery of Interventional Therapy, Tohoku University Hospital, Sendai, Japan
- Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Nippon Medical School, Tokyo, Japan
- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Kobe City Medical Center General Hospital, Kobe, Japan
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Liu Y, Yu Y, Ouyang J, Jiang B, Yang G, Ostmeier S, Wintermark M, Michel P, Liebeskind DS, Lansberg MG, Albers GW, Zaharchuk G. Functional Outcome Prediction in Acute Ischemic Stroke Using a Fused Imaging and Clinical Deep Learning Model. Stroke 2023; 54:2316-2327. [PMID: 37485663 DOI: 10.1161/strokeaha.123.044072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/25/2023]
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BACKGROUND Predicting long-term clinical outcome based on the early acute ischemic stroke information is valuable for prognostication, resource management, clinical trials, and patient expectations. Current methods require subjective decisions about which imaging features to assess and may require time-consuming postprocessing. This study's goal was to predict ordinal 90-day modified Rankin Scale (mRS) score in acute ischemic stroke patients by fusing a Deep Learning model of diffusion-weighted imaging images and clinical information from the acute period. METHODS A total of 640 acute ischemic stroke patients who underwent magnetic resonance imaging within 1 to 7 days poststroke and had 90-day mRS follow-up data were randomly divided into 70% (n=448) for model training, 15% (n=96) for validation, and 15% (n=96) for internal testing. Additionally, external testing on a cohort from Lausanne University Hospital (n=280) was performed to further evaluate model generalization. Accuracy for ordinal mRS, accuracy within ±1 mRS category, mean absolute prediction error, and determination of unfavorable outcome (mRS score >2) were evaluated for clinical only, imaging only, and 2 fused clinical-imaging models. RESULTS The fused models demonstrated superior performance in predicting ordinal mRS score and unfavorable outcome in both internal and external test cohorts when compared with the clinical and imaging models. For the internal test cohort, the top fused model had the highest area under the curve of 0.92 for unfavorable outcome prediction and the lowest mean absolute error (0.96 [95% CI, 0.77-1.16]), with the highest proportion of mRS score predictions within ±1 category (79% [95% CI, 71%-88%]). On the external Lausanne University Hospital cohort, the best fused model had an area under the curve of 0.90 for unfavorable outcome prediction and outperformed other models with an mean absolute error of 0.90 (95% CI, 0.79-1.01), and the highest percentage of mRS score predictions within ±1 category (83% [95% CI, 78%-87%]). CONCLUSIONS A Deep Learning-based imaging model fused with clinical variables can be used to predict 90-day stroke outcome with reduced subjectivity and user burden.
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- Yongkai Liu
- Department of Radiology (Y.L., Y.Y., J.O., B.J., S.O., G.Z.)
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- Department of Radiology (Y.L., Y.Y., J.O., B.J., S.O., G.Z.)
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- Department of Radiology (Y.L., Y.Y., J.O., B.J., S.O., G.Z.)
- Department of Electrical Engineering (J.O.), Stanford University, CA
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- Department of Radiology (Y.L., Y.Y., J.O., B.J., S.O., G.Z.)
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- National Heart and Lung Institute, Imperial College London, United Kingdom (G.Y.)
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- Department of Radiology (Y.L., Y.Y., J.O., B.J., S.O., G.Z.)
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- Department of Neuroradiology, University of Texas MD Anderson Center, Houston (M.W.)
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- Neurology Service, Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Lausanne University Hospital and University of Lausanne, Switzerland (P.M.)
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- Department of Neurology, Stanford University, Stanford, CA (M.G.L., G.W.A.)
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- Department of Neurology, Stanford University, Stanford, CA (M.G.L., G.W.A.)
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- Department of Radiology (Y.L., Y.Y., J.O., B.J., S.O., G.Z.)
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Winkler J, Piedade GS, Rubbert C, Hofmann BB, Kamp MA, Slotty PJ. Cerebral perfusion changes in acute subdural hematoma. Acta Neurochir (Wien) 2023; 165:2381-2387. [PMID: 37460666 PMCID: PMC10477107 DOI: 10.1007/s00701-023-05703-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2023] [Accepted: 06/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Acute subdural hematoma (aSDH) is one of the main causes of high mortality and morbidity in traumatic brain injury. Prognosis is poor due to the rapid volume shift and mass effect. Cerebral perfusion is likely affected in this condition. This study quantifies perfusion changes in aSDH using early ER polytrauma CT with perfusion imaging (CTP). METHODS Data of 54 patients with traumatic aSDH were retrospectively collected. Glasgow Coma scale (GCS), perfusion parameters, therapeutic decisions and imaging data including hematoma thickness, midline shift, and hematoma localization were analyzed. The cortical perfusion parameters of each hemisphere, the area anterior to the hematoma (AAH), area below the hematoma (ABH), area posterior to the hematoma (PAH), and corresponding mirrored contralateral regions were determined. RESULTS We found a significant difference in Tmax in affected and unaffected whole-hemisphere data (mean 4.0 s vs. 3.3 s, p < 0.05) and a significantly different mean for Tmax in ABH and for the corresponding mirrored area (mABH) (mean 3.8 s vs. 3.1 s, p < 0.05). No significant perfusion changes in cerebral blood flow (CBF), cerebral blood volume (CBV), and mean transit time (MTT) were found. CONCLUSION There was a significant elevation of time to maximum (Tmax) values in the underlying cortical area of aSDH. Possible pathophysiological explanations, the influence on immediate surgical decision-making and further therapeutic consequences have to be evaluated.
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- J Winkler
- Department of Neurosurgery, Heinrich-Heine-University, Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Heinrich-Heine-University, Düsseldorf, Germany.
- Department of Pediatric Neurosurgery, Nicklaus Children's Hospital, University of Miami, 3100 SW 62nd Ave, Miami, FL, 33155, USA.
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Heinrich-Heine-University, Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Heinrich-Heine-University, Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Friedrich-Schiller-University Jena, Jena, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Heinrich-Heine-University, Düsseldorf, Germany
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Kawano H, Hirano T. Minimal Imaging Requirements. JOURNAL OF NEUROENDOVASCULAR THERAPY 2023; 17:243-256. [PMID: 38025254 PMCID: PMC10657732 DOI: 10.5797/jnet.ra.2023-0045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2023] [Accepted: 08/09/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023]
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The minimal requirements for imaging studies prior to endovascular treatment (EVT) of acute ischemic stroke are those that can provide the information necessary to determine the indication for treatment (treatment triage) and procedural strategies without being time-consuming. An important notion is to determine whether the patient can benefit from EVT. We should recognize that the perfect diagnostic imaging technique does not yet exist, and each has advantages and disadvantages. Generally, stroke imaging protocols to triage for EVT include the following three options: 1) non-contrast CT and CTA, 2) CT perfusion and CTA, and 3) MRI and MRA. It is not known if perfusion imaging or MRI is mandatory for patients with stroke presenting within 6 hours of onset, although non-contrast CT alone has less power to obtain the necessary information. Dual-energy CT can distinguish between post-EVT hemorrhage and contrast agent leakage immediately after EVT.
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- Hiroyuki Kawano
- Department of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Medicine, Kyorin University, Mitaka, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Medicine, Kyorin University, Mitaka, Tokyo, Japan
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Amukotuwa SA, Bammer R. The Iodinated Contrast Crisis of 2022: A Near Miss or a Missed Opportunity? AJNR Am J Neuroradiol 2023; 44:908-909. [PMID: 37442594 PMCID: PMC10411830 DOI: 10.3174/ajnr.a7940] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/15/2023]
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- S A Amukotuwa
- Department of Diagnostic ImagingDepartment of RadiologyMonash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Diagnostic ImagingDepartment of RadiologyMonash University, Melbourne, Australia
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Sirimarco G, Strambo D, Nannoni S, Labreuche J, Cereda C, Dunet V, Puccinelli F, Saliou G, Meuli R, Eskandari A, Wintermark M, Michel P. Predicting Penumbra Salvage and Infarct Growth in Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Multifactor Survival Game. J Clin Med 2023; 12:4561. [PMID: 37510676 PMCID: PMC10380847 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12144561] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2023] [Revised: 06/28/2023] [Accepted: 07/05/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Effective treatment of acute ischemic stroke requires reperfusion of salvageable tissue. We investigated the predictors of penumbra salvage (PS) and infarct growth (IG) in a large cohort of stroke patients. METHODS In the ASTRAL registry from 2003 to 2016, we selected middle cerebral artery strokes <24 h with a high-quality CT angiography and CT perfusion. PS and IG were correlated in multivariate analyses with clinical, biochemical and radiological variables, and with clinical outcomes. RESULTS Among 4090 patients, 551 were included in the study, 50.8% male, mean age (±SD) 66.3 ± 14.7 years, mean admission NIHSS (±SD 13.3 ± 7.1) and median onset-to-imaging-time (IQR) 170 (102 to 385) minutes. Increased PS was associated with the following: higher BMI and lower WBC; neglect; larger penumbra; absence of early ischemic changes, leukoaraiosis and other territory involvement; and higher clot burden score. Reduced IG was associated with the following: non-smokers; lower glycemia; larger infarct core; absence of early ischemic changes, chronic vascular brain lesions, other territory involvement, extracranial arterial pathology and hyperdense middle cerebral artery sign; and higher clot burden score. When adding subacute variables, recanalization was associated with increased PS and reduced IG, and the absence of haemorrhage with reduced IG. Collateral status was not significantly associated with IG nor with PS. Increased PS and reduced IG correlated with better 3- and 12-month outcomes. CONCLUSION In our comprehensive analysis, multiple factors were found to be responsible for PS or IG, the strongest being radiological features. These findings may help to better select patients, particularly for more aggressive or late acute stroke treatment.
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- Gaia Sirimarco
- Stroke Center, Neurology Service, Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Lausanne University Hospital, University of Lausanne, 1011 Lausanne, Switzerland
- Neurology Unit, Department of Internal Medicine, Riviera Chablais Hospital, 1847 Rennaz, Switzerland
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- Stroke Center, Neurology Service, Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Lausanne University Hospital, University of Lausanne, 1011 Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Stroke Center, Neurology Service, Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Lausanne University Hospital, University of Lausanne, 1011 Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Statistical Unit, Regional House of Clinical Research, University of Lille, CHU Lille, EA 2694-Santé Publique: Épidémiologie et Qualité des Soins, 59000 Lille, France
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- Stroke Center, Neurology Service, Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Lausanne University Hospital, University of Lausanne, 1011 Lausanne, Switzerland
- Stroke Center, Neurology Service, Ospedale Civico di Lugano, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Service, Lausanne University Hospital, University of Lausanne, 1011 Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Service, Lausanne University Hospital, University of Lausanne, 1011 Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Service, Lausanne University Hospital, University of Lausanne, 1011 Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Service, Lausanne University Hospital, University of Lausanne, 1011 Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Stroke Center, Neurology Service, Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Lausanne University Hospital, University of Lausanne, 1011 Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Service, Lausanne University Hospital, University of Lausanne, 1011 Lausanne, Switzerland
- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Neuroradiology Division, Stanford University and Medical Center, Stanford, CA 94305, USA
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- Stroke Center, Neurology Service, Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Lausanne University Hospital, University of Lausanne, 1011 Lausanne, Switzerland
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Yoshimoto T, Inoue M, Tanaka K, Koge J, Shiozawa M, Kamogawa N, Ishiyama H, Abe S, Imamura H, Kataoka H, Koga M, Ihara M, Toyoda K. Tmax Mismatch Ratio to Identify Intracranial Atherosclerotic Stenosis-Related Large-Vessel Occlusion Before Endovascular Therapy. J Am Heart Assoc 2023:e029899. [PMID: 37421278 PMCID: PMC10382114 DOI: 10.1161/jaha.123.029899] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2023] [Accepted: 05/12/2023] [Indexed: 07/10/2023]
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Background We aimed to clarify which time-to-maximum of the tissue residue function (Tmax) mismatch ratio is useful in predicting anterior intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis (ICAS)-related large-vessel occlusion (LVO) before endovascular therapy. Methods and Results Patients with ischemic stroke who underwent perfusion-weighted imaging before endovascular therapy for anterior intracranial LVO were divided into those with ICAS-related LVO and those with embolic LVO. Tmax ratios of >10 s/>8 s, >10 s/>6 s, >10 s/>4 s, >8 s/>6 s, >8 s/>4 s, and >6 s/>4 s were considered Tmax mismatch ratios. Binominal logistic regression was used to identify ICAS-related LVO, and the adjusted odds ratio (aOR) and 95% CI for each Tmax mismatch ratio increase of 0.1 were calculated. A similar analysis was performed for ICAS-related LVO with and without embolic sources, using embolic LVO as the reference. Of 213 patients (90 women [42.0%]; median age, 79 years), 39 (18.3%) had ICAS-related LVO. The aOR (95% CI) per 0.1 increase in Tmax mismatch ratio in ICAS-related LVO with embolic LVO as reference was lowest with Tmax mismatch ratio >10 s/>6 s (0.56 [0.43-0.73]). Multinomial logistic regression analysis also showed the lowest aOR (95% CI) per 0.1 increase in Tmax mismatch ratio with Tmax >10 s/>6 s (ICAS-related LVO without embolic source: 0.60 [0.42-0.85]; ICAS-related LVO with embolic source: 0.55 [0.38-0.79]). Conclusions A Tmax mismatch ratio of >10 s/>6 s was the optimal predictor of ICAS-related LVO compared with other Tmax profiles, with or without an embolic source before endovascular therapy. Registration clinicaltrials.gov. Identifier NCT02251665.
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- Takeshi Yoshimoto
- Department of Neurology National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center Suita Japan
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- Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center Suita Japan
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- Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center Suita Japan
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- Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center Suita Japan
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- Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center Suita Japan
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- Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center Suita Japan
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- Department of Neurology National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center Suita Japan
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- Department of Neurology National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center Suita Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center Suita Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center Suita Japan
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- Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center Suita Japan
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- Department of Neurology National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center Suita Japan
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- Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center Suita Japan
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Mannismäki L, Martinez-Majander N, Sibolt G, Suomalainen OP, Bäcklund K, Abou Elseoud A, Järveläinen J, Forss N, Curtze S. Association of admission plasma glucose level and cerebral computed tomographic perfusion deficit volumes. J Neurol Sci 2023; 451:120722. [PMID: 37393736 DOI: 10.1016/j.jns.2023.120722] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2023] [Revised: 06/19/2023] [Accepted: 06/24/2023] [Indexed: 07/04/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Hyperglycemia in acute ischemic stroke (AIS) is frequent and associated with worse outcome. Yet, strict glycemic control in AIS patients has failed to yield beneficial outcome. So far, the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms of admission hyperglycemia in AIS have remained not fully understood. We aimed to evaluate the yet equivocal association of hyperglycemia with computed tomographic perfusion (CTP) deficit volumes. PATIENTS AND METHODS We included 832 consecutive AIS and transient ischemic attack (TIA) patients who underwent CTP as a part of screening for recanalization treatment (stroke code) between 3/2018 and 10/2020, from the prospective cohort of Helsinki Stroke Quality Registry. Associations of admission glucose level (AGL) and CTP deficit volumes, namely ischemic core, defined as relative cerebral blood flow <30%, and hypoperfusion lesions Time-to-maximum (Tmax) >6 s and Tmax >10s, as determined with RAPID® software, were analyzed with a linear regression model adjusted for age, sex, C-reactive protein, and time from symptom onset to imaging. RESULTS AGL median was 6.8 mmol/L (interquartile range 5.9-8.0 mmol/L), and 222 (27%) patients were hyperglycemic (glucose >7.8 mmol/L) on admission. In non-diabetic patients (643 [77%]), AGL was significantly associated with volume of Tmax. >6 s (regression coefficient [RC] 4.8, 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.49-9.1), of Tmax >10s (RC 4.6, 95% CI 1.2-8.1), and of ischemic core (RC 2.6, 95% CI 0.64-4.6). No significant associations were shown in diabetic patients. CONCLUSION Admission hyperglycemia appears to be associated with both larger volume of hypoperfusion lesions and of ischemic core in non-diabetic stroke code patients with AIS and TIA.
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- Laura Mannismäki
- Department of Neurology, Helsinki University Hospital and Clinical Neurosciences, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland.
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- Department of Neurology, Helsinki University Hospital and Clinical Neurosciences, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Neurology, Helsinki University Hospital and Clinical Neurosciences, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Neurology, Helsinki University Hospital and Clinical Neurosciences, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Neurology, Helsinki University Hospital and Clinical Neurosciences, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Helsinki Medical Imaging Centre, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Helsinki Medical Imaging Centre, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Neurology, Helsinki University Hospital and Clinical Neurosciences, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland; Department of Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering, Aalto University, Espoo, Finland
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- Department of Neurology, Helsinki University Hospital and Clinical Neurosciences, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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Yoshimoto T. Imaging diagnosis of intracranial atherosclerosis stenosis-related large vessel occlusion before and during endovascular therapy. Front Neurol 2023; 14:1168004. [PMID: 37416315 PMCID: PMC10320000 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2023.1168004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2023] [Accepted: 05/26/2023] [Indexed: 07/08/2023] Open
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It is becoming increasingly important to identify the type of stroke, especially the mechanism of occlusion, before and during its treatment. In the case of intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis-related large vessel occlusion, it is necessary to develop a treatment strategy that includes not only mechanical thrombectomy but also adjunctive therapies such as primary or rescue therapy (percutaneous angioplasty, intracranial/carotid stenting, local fibrinolysis) and perioperative antithrombotic therapy. However, in clinical practice we often encounter cases where it is difficult to identify the occlusive mechanism before endovascular treatment because of insufficient information in the minimal circumstances of the hyperacute phase of stroke. Here we focus on the imaging diagnosis before and during treatment of intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis-related large vessel occlusion with in situ thrombotic occlusion as the mechanism of thrombotic occlusion, based on previous reports. We describe the diagnosis of intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis-related large vessel occlusion from the perspectives of "thrombus imaging," "perfusion," and "occlusion margin."
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Fukuda KA, Liebeskind DS. Evaluation of Collateral Circulation in Patients with Acute Ischemic Stroke. Radiol Clin North Am 2023; 61:435-443. [PMID: 36931760 DOI: 10.1016/j.rcl.2023.01.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/20/2023]
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The cerebral collateral circulation is an increasingly important consideration in the management of acute ischemic stroke and is a key determinant of outcomes. Growing evidence has demonstrated that better collaterals can predict the rate of infarct progression, degree of recanalization, the likelihood of hemorrhagic transformation and various therapeutic opportunities. Collaterals can also identify those unlikely to respond to reperfusion therapies, helping to optimize resources. More randomized trials are needed to evaluate the risks and benefits of endovascular reperfusion with consideration of collateral status. This reviews our current understanding of the pathophysiologic mechanisms, effect on outcomes and strategies for improvement of the collateral system.
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- Keiko A Fukuda
- Department of Neurology, University of California, Los Angeles, UCLA Comprehensive Stroke Center, UCLA Neurovascular Imaging Research Core, 635 Charles East Young Drive South, Suite 225, Los Angeles, CA 90095-7334, USA
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- Department of Neurology, University of California, Los Angeles, UCLA Comprehensive Stroke Center, UCLA Neurovascular Imaging Research Core, 635 Charles East Young Drive South, Suite 225, Los Angeles, CA 90095-7334, USA.
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Meyer BP, Lee SY, Kurpad SN, Budde MD. Differential Trajectory of Diffusion and Perfusion Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Rat Spinal Cord Injury. J Neurotrauma 2023; 40:918-930. [PMID: 36226406 PMCID: PMC10150724 DOI: 10.1089/neu.2022.0283] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Traumatic spinal cord injury causes rapid neuronal and vascular injury, and predictive biomarkers are needed to facilitate acute patient management. This study examined the progression of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) biomarkers after spinal cord injury and their ability to predict long-term neurological outcomes in a rodent model, with an emphasis on diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) markers of axonal injury and perfusion-weighted imaging of spinal cord blood flow (SCBF). Adult Sprague-Dawley rats received a cervical contusion injury of varying severity (injured = 30, sham = 9). MRI at 4 h, 48-h, and 12-weeks post-injury included T1, T2, perfusion, and DWI. Locomotor outcome was assessed up to 12 weeks post-injury. At 4 h, the deficit in SCBF was larger than the DWI lesion, and although SCBF partially recovered by 48 h, the DWI lesion expanded. At 4 h, the volume of the SCBF deficit (R2 = 0.56, padj < 0.01) was significantly correlated with 12-week locomotor outcome, whereas DWI (R2 = 0.30, padj < 0.01) was less predictive of outcome. At 48 h, SCBF (R2 = 0.41, padj < 0.01) became less associated with outcome, and DWI (R2 = 0.38, padj < 0.01) lesion volume became more closely related to outcome. Spinal cord perfusion has unique spatiotemporal dynamics compared with diffusion measures of axonal damage and highlights the importance of acute perfusion abnormalities. Perfusion and diffusion offer complementary and clinically relevant insight into physiological and structural abnormalities following spinal cord injury beyond those afforded by T1 or T2 contrasts.
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- Briana P. Meyer
- Neuroscience Doctoral Program, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
- Department of Biophysics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
- Clement J. Zablocki Veterans' Affairs Medical Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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Hong L, Ling Y, Zhang Y, Yang L, Li S, Liu X, Dong Q, Cheng X. Reperfusion measurements, treatment time, and outcomes in patients receiving endovascular treatment within 24 hours of last known well. CNS Neurosci Ther 2023; 29:1067-1074. [PMID: 36601659 PMCID: PMC10018078 DOI: 10.1111/cns.14080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2022] [Revised: 12/17/2022] [Accepted: 12/21/2022] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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AIMS The aim of this study was to explore the interaction between reperfusion and treatment time on the outcomes of patients undergoing endovascular treatment presenting within 24 h of last known well, and to compare the predictive ability of different reperfusion measurements on outcomes. METHODS Eligible patients from a single-center cohort were enrolled in this study. Reperfusion was assessed using reperfusion index (decreased volume of hypoperfusion lesion compared with baseline) measured by repeated perfusion imaging, and modified treatment in cerebral ischemia score measured by digital subtraction angiography, respectively. The interactions between reperfusion measurements and treatment time on outcomes were explored using multivariate-adjusted logistic and linear regression models. The predictive abilities of reperfusion measurements on outcomes were compared using area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (ROC-AUC) and values of R-square. RESULTS Reperfusion index and treatment time had significant interactions on 3-month modified Rankin Scale (mRS) 0-2 and infarct growth (p for interaction <0.05). Although the AUCs were statistically similar (AUCs of mRS 0-2 prediction, mTICI≥2b:0.63, mTICI≥2c:0.59, reperfusion index≥0.5:0.66, reperfusion index ≥0.9:0.73, P value of any of the two AUCs >0.05), reperfusion index≥0.9 showed the highest R-square values in outcome prediction (R-square values of 3-month mRS 0-2 and infarct growth = 0.21) among all the reperfusion measurements. CONCLUSION Treatment time mitigated the effect of reperfusion on outcomes of patients receiving endovascular treatment within 24 h of last known well. Reperfusion index≥0.9 might serve as a better proxy of good outcomes compared with other reperfusion measurements.
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- Lan Hong
- Department of Neurology, National Center for Neurological Disorders, National Clinical Research Centre for Aging and Medicine, Huashan Hospital, State Key Laboratory of Medical Neurobiology, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurology, National Center for Neurological Disorders, National Clinical Research Centre for Aging and Medicine, Huashan Hospital, State Key Laboratory of Medical Neurobiology, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurology, National Center for Neurological Disorders, National Clinical Research Centre for Aging and Medicine, Huashan Hospital, State Key Laboratory of Medical Neurobiology, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurology, National Center for Neurological Disorders, National Clinical Research Centre for Aging and Medicine, Huashan Hospital, State Key Laboratory of Medical Neurobiology, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurology, National Center for Neurological Disorders, National Clinical Research Centre for Aging and Medicine, Huashan Hospital, State Key Laboratory of Medical Neurobiology, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurology, National Center for Neurological Disorders, National Clinical Research Centre for Aging and Medicine, Huashan Hospital, State Key Laboratory of Medical Neurobiology, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurology, National Center for Neurological Disorders, National Clinical Research Centre for Aging and Medicine, Huashan Hospital, State Key Laboratory of Medical Neurobiology, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurology, National Center for Neurological Disorders, National Clinical Research Centre for Aging and Medicine, Huashan Hospital, State Key Laboratory of Medical Neurobiology, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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Yu Y, Christensen S, Ouyang J, Scalzo F, Liebeskind DS, Lansberg MG, Albers GW, Zaharchuk G. Predicting Hypoperfusion Lesion and Target Mismatch in Stroke from Diffusion-weighted MRI Using Deep Learning. Radiology 2023; 307:e220882. [PMID: 36472536 PMCID: PMC10068889 DOI: 10.1148/radiol.220882] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2022] [Revised: 09/08/2022] [Accepted: 10/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Background Perfusion imaging is important to identify a target mismatch in stroke but requires contrast agents and postprocessing software. Purpose To use a deep learning model to predict the hypoperfusion lesion in stroke and identify patients with a target mismatch profile from diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) and clinical information alone, using perfusion MRI as the reference standard. Materials and Methods Imaging data sets of patients with acute ischemic stroke with baseline perfusion MRI and DWI were retrospectively reviewed from multicenter data available from 2008 to 2019 (Imaging Collaterals in Acute Stroke, Diffusion and Perfusion Imaging Evaluation for Understanding Stroke Evolution 2, and University of California, Los Angeles stroke registry). For perfusion MRI, rapid processing of perfusion and diffusion software automatically segmented the hypoperfusion lesion (time to maximum, ≥6 seconds) and ischemic core (apparent diffusion coefficient [ADC], ≤620 × 10-6 mm2/sec). A three-dimensional U-Net deep learning model was trained using baseline DWI, ADC, National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale score, and stroke symptom sidedness as inputs, with the union of hypoperfusion and ischemic core segmentation serving as the ground truth. Model performance was evaluated using the Dice score coefficient (DSC). Target mismatch classification based on the model was compared with that of the clinical-DWI mismatch approach defined by the DAWN trial by using the McNemar test. Results Overall, 413 patients (mean age, 67 years ± 15 [SD]; 207 men) were included for model development and primary analysis using fivefold cross-validation (247, 83, and 83 patients in the training, validation, and test sets, respectively, for each fold). The model predicted the hypoperfusion lesion with a median DSC of 0.61 (IQR, 0.45-0.71). The model identified patients with target mismatch with a sensitivity of 90% (254 of 283; 95% CI: 86, 93) and specificity of 77% (100 of 130; 95% CI: 69, 83) compared with the clinical-DWI mismatch sensitivity of 50% (140 of 281; 95% CI: 44, 56) and specificity of 89% (116 of 130; 95% CI: 83, 94) (P < .001 for all). Conclusion A three-dimensional U-Net deep learning model predicted the hypoperfusion lesion from diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) and clinical information and identified patients with a target mismatch profile with higher sensitivity than the clinical-DWI mismatch approach. ClinicalTrials.gov registration nos. NCT02225730, NCT01349946, NCT02586415 © RSNA, 2022 Supplemental material is available for this article. See also the editorial by Kallmes and Rabinstein in this issue.
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- Yannan Yu
- From the Departments of Radiology (Y.Y., G.Z.), Neurology (S.C.,
M.G.L., G.W.A.), and Electrical Engineering (J.O.), Stanford University, 1201
Welch Rd, PS-04, Mailcode 5488, Stanford, CA 94305-5488; and Department of
Neurology, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Calif (F.S.,
D.S.L.)
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- From the Departments of Radiology (Y.Y., G.Z.), Neurology (S.C.,
M.G.L., G.W.A.), and Electrical Engineering (J.O.), Stanford University, 1201
Welch Rd, PS-04, Mailcode 5488, Stanford, CA 94305-5488; and Department of
Neurology, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Calif (F.S.,
D.S.L.)
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- From the Departments of Radiology (Y.Y., G.Z.), Neurology (S.C.,
M.G.L., G.W.A.), and Electrical Engineering (J.O.), Stanford University, 1201
Welch Rd, PS-04, Mailcode 5488, Stanford, CA 94305-5488; and Department of
Neurology, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Calif (F.S.,
D.S.L.)
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- From the Departments of Radiology (Y.Y., G.Z.), Neurology (S.C.,
M.G.L., G.W.A.), and Electrical Engineering (J.O.), Stanford University, 1201
Welch Rd, PS-04, Mailcode 5488, Stanford, CA 94305-5488; and Department of
Neurology, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Calif (F.S.,
D.S.L.)
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- From the Departments of Radiology (Y.Y., G.Z.), Neurology (S.C.,
M.G.L., G.W.A.), and Electrical Engineering (J.O.), Stanford University, 1201
Welch Rd, PS-04, Mailcode 5488, Stanford, CA 94305-5488; and Department of
Neurology, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Calif (F.S.,
D.S.L.)
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- From the Departments of Radiology (Y.Y., G.Z.), Neurology (S.C.,
M.G.L., G.W.A.), and Electrical Engineering (J.O.), Stanford University, 1201
Welch Rd, PS-04, Mailcode 5488, Stanford, CA 94305-5488; and Department of
Neurology, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Calif (F.S.,
D.S.L.)
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- From the Departments of Radiology (Y.Y., G.Z.), Neurology (S.C.,
M.G.L., G.W.A.), and Electrical Engineering (J.O.), Stanford University, 1201
Welch Rd, PS-04, Mailcode 5488, Stanford, CA 94305-5488; and Department of
Neurology, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Calif (F.S.,
D.S.L.)
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- From the Departments of Radiology (Y.Y., G.Z.), Neurology (S.C.,
M.G.L., G.W.A.), and Electrical Engineering (J.O.), Stanford University, 1201
Welch Rd, PS-04, Mailcode 5488, Stanford, CA 94305-5488; and Department of
Neurology, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Calif (F.S.,
D.S.L.)
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Ahmed A, Hamam O, Niri SG, Oeltzchner G, Garg T, Elmandouh O, Intrapiromkul J, Yedavalli V. Computed tomography perfusion stroke mimics on RAPID commercial software: A case-based review. Brain Circ 2023; 9:68-76. [PMID: 37576575 PMCID: PMC10419735 DOI: 10.4103/bc.bc_100_22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2022] [Revised: 02/17/2023] [Accepted: 03/01/2023] [Indexed: 08/15/2023] Open
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Acute ischemic stroke (AIS) is a leading cause of morbidity worldwide and can present with nonspecific symptoms, making diagnosis difficult. Many neurologic diseases present similarly to stroke; stroke mimics account for up to half of all hospital admissions for stroke. Stroke therapies carry risk, so accurate diagnosis of AIS is crucial for prompt treatment and prevention of adverse outcomes for patients with stroke mimics. Computed tomography (CT) perfusion techniques have been used to distinguish between nonviable tissue and penumbra. RAPID is an operator-independent, automated CT perfusion imaging software that can aid clinicians in diagnosing strokes quickly and accurately. In this case-based review, we demonstrate the applications of RAPID in differentiating between strokes and stroke mimics.
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- Amara Ahmed
- Department of Clinical Sciences, Florida State University College of Medicine, Tallahassee, FL, USA
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- Division of Neuroradiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Russell H. Morgan Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Division of Neuroradiology, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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Otgonbaatar C, Lee JY, Jung KH, Hwang I, Yoo RE, Kang KM, Yun TJ, Choi SH, Kim JH, Sohn CH. Quantifying infarct core volume in ischemic stroke: What is the optimal threshold and parameters of computed tomography perfusion? J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis 2023; 32:107062. [PMID: 36948076 DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2023.107062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2022] [Revised: 02/03/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2023] [Indexed: 03/22/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE Although computed tomography perfusion (CTP) is used to select and guide decision-making processes in patients with acute ischemic stroke, there is no clear standardization of the optimal threshold to predict ischemic core volume accurately. The infarct core volume with a relative cerebral blood flow(rCBF) threshold of < 30% is commonly used. We aimed to assess the volumetric agreement of the infarct core volume with different CTP parameters and thresholds using CTP software (RAPID, VITREA) and the infarct volume on diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI), with a short interval time (within 60 min) between CTP and follow-up DWI. MATERIALS AND METHODS This retrospective study included 42 acute ischemic stroke patients with occlusion of the large artery in the anterior circulation between April 2017-November 2020. RAPID identified infarct core as tissue rCBF < 20-38%. VITREA defined the infarct core as cerebral blood volume (CBV) < 26-56%. Olea Sphere was used to measure infarct core volume on DWI. The CTP-infarct core volume with different thresholds of perfusion parameters (CBF threshold vs CBV threshold) were compared with DWI-infarct core volumes. RESULTS The median time between CTP and DWI was 37.5min. The commonly used threshold of CBV< 41% (4.3 mL) resulted in lower median infarct core volume difference compared to the commonly used thresholds of rCBF < 30% (8.2mL). On the other hand, the optimal thresholds of CBV < 26% (-1.0mL; 95% CI, -53.9 to 58.1 mL; 0.945) resulted in the lowest median infarct core volume difference, narrowest limits of agreement, and largest interclass correlation coefficient compared with the optimal thresholds of rCBF < 38% (4.9 mL; 95% CI, -36.4 to 62.9 mL; 0.939). CONCLUSION Our study found that the both optimal and commonly used thresholds of CBV provided a more accurate prediction of the infarct core volume in patients with AIS than rCBF.
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, #101 Daehangno, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-744, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurology, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, #101 Daehangno, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-744, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, #101 Daehangno, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-744, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, #101 Daehangno, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-744, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, #101 Daehangno, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-744, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, College of Medicine, Seoul National University, Seoul, Republic of Korea; Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, #101 Daehangno, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-744, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, College of Medicine, Seoul National University, Seoul, Republic of Korea; Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, #101 Daehangno, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-744, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, College of Medicine, Seoul National University, Seoul, Republic of Korea; Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Hospital, #101 Daehangno, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-744, Republic of Korea.
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Neuroimaging in Patient Selection for Thrombectomy, From the AJR Special Series on Emergency Radiology. AJR Am J Roentgenol 2023; 220:630-640. [PMID: 36448911 DOI: 10.2214/ajr.22.28608] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
Abstract
Endovascular thrombectomy has become the standard-of-care treatment for carefully selected patients with acute ischemic stroke due to a large-vessel occlusion of the anterior circulation. Neuroimaging plays a vital role in determining patient eligibility for thrombectomy, both in the early (0-6 hours from symptom onset) and late (> 6 to 24 hours from symptom onset) time windows. Various neuroimaging algorithms are used to determine thrombectomy eligibility, and each algorithm must be optimized for institutional workflow. In this review, we describe common imaging modalities and recommended algorithms for the evaluation of patients for endovascular thrombectomy. We also discuss emerging patient populations who might qualify for thrombectomy in the coming years.
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Neurological Functional Independence After Endovascular Thrombectomy and Different Imaging Modalities for Large Infarct Core Assessment : A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Clin Neuroradiol 2023; 33:21-29. [PMID: 35920865 DOI: 10.1007/s00062-022-01202-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2022] [Accepted: 07/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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PURPOSE To investigate the rate of neurological functional independence (NFI) at 90 days in patients with large infarct core (LIC), which was evaluated by different imaging modalities before endovascular thrombectomy (EVT). METHODS PubMed and EMBASE were searched for original studies on clinical functional outcomes at 90 days in LIC patients who received EVT treatment from inception to 28 September 2021. The pooled NFI rates were calculated using random effects model according to different imaging modalities and criteria. RESULTS We included 34 studies enrolling 2997 LIC patients. The NFI rates were 23% (95% confidence interval, CI 15-32%) and 24% (95% CI 10-38%) when LIC was defined as core volume ≥50 ml and ≥ 70 ml separately on computed tomography perfusion, 36% (95% CI 23-48%) and 21% (95% CI 17-25%) when LIC was defined as core volume ≥ 50 ml and ≥ 70 ml separately on magnetic resonance diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI), 28% (95% CI 24-32%) and 37% (95% CI 21-53%) when LIC was defined as DWI-ASPECTS ≤ 5 and ≤ 6 separately, 23% (95% CI 19-27%) and 32% (95% CI 18-46%) when LIC was defined as NCCT-ASPECTS ≤ 5 and ≤ 6 separately. CONCLUSION Similar NFI rates could be obtained after EVT in LIC patients if proper LIC criteria were select according to the imaging modality.
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Seners P, Scheldeman L, Christensen S, Mlynash M, Ter Schiphorst A, Arquizan C, Costalat V, Henon H, Bretzner M, Heit JJ, Olivot JM, Lansberg MG, Albers GW. Determinants of Infarct Core Growth During Inter-hospital Transfer for Thrombectomy. Ann Neurol 2023; 93:1117-1129. [PMID: 36748945 DOI: 10.1002/ana.26613] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2022] [Revised: 01/09/2023] [Accepted: 02/01/2023] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Patients with acute ischemic stroke harboring a large vessel occlusion who present to primary stroke centers often require inter-hospital transfer for thrombectomy. We aimed to determine clinical and imaging factors independently associated with fast infarct growth (IG) during inter-hospital transfer. METHODS We retrospectively analyzed data from acute stroke patients with a large vessel occlusion transferred for thrombectomy from a primary stroke center to one of three French comprehensive stroke centers, with an MRI obtained at both the primary and comprehensive center before thrombectomy. Inter-hospital IG rate was defined as the difference in infarct volumes on diffusion-weighted imaging between the primary and comprehensive center, divided by the delay between the two MRI scans. The primary outcome was identification of fast progressors, defined as IG rate ≥5 mL/hour. The hypoperfusion intensity ratio (HIR), a surrogate marker of collateral blood flow, was automatically measured on perfusion imaging. RESULTS A total of 233 patients were included, of whom 27% patients were fast progressors. The percentage of fast progressors was 3% among patients with HIR < 0.40 and 71% among those with HIR ≥ 0.40. In multivariable analysis, fast progression was independently associated with HIR, intracranial carotid artery occlusion, and exclusively deep infarct location at the primary center (C-statistic = 0.95; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.93-0.98). IG rate was independently associated with good functional outcome (adjusted OR = 0.91; 95% CI, 0.83-0.99; P = 0.037). INTERPRETATION Our findings show that a HIR > 0.40 is a powerful indicator of fast inter-hospital IG. These results have implication for neuroprotection trial design, as well as informing triage decisions at primary stroke centers. ANN NEUROL 2023.
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- Pierre Seners
- Stanford Stroke Center, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA.,Neurology Department, A. de Rothschild Foundation Hospital, Paris, France.,Institut de Psychiatrie et Neurosciences de Paris (IPNP), UMR_S1266, INSERM, Université de Paris, Paris, France
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- Stanford Stroke Center, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA.,Department of Neurology, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.,Department of Neurosciences, Experimental Neurology KU Leuven, University of Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.,Center for Brain and Disease Research, Laboratory of Neurobiology, VIB, Leuven, Belgium
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- Neuroradiology Department, CHRU Gui de Chauliac, Montpellier, France
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- Stroke Center, University of Lille, Inserm, CHU Lille, U1172-LilNCog-Lille Neuroscience & Cognition, Lille, France
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- Neuroradiology Department, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA
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- Acute Stroke Unit, Hôpital Pierre-Paul Riquet, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Toulouse and Toulouse NeuroImaging Center, Université de Toulouse, Inserm, UPS, Toulouse, France
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Mottahedin A, Prag HA, Dannhorn A, Mair R, Schmidt C, Yang M, Sorby-Adams A, Lee JJ, Burger N, Kulaveerasingam D, Huang MM, Pluchino S, Peruzzotti-Jametti L, Goodwin R, Frezza C, Murphy MP, Krieg T. Targeting succinate metabolism to decrease brain injury upon mechanical thrombectomy treatment of ischemic stroke. Redox Biol 2023; 59:102600. [PMID: 36630820 PMCID: PMC9841348 DOI: 10.1016/j.redox.2023.102600] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2022] [Revised: 12/15/2022] [Accepted: 01/02/2023] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
Abstract
Current treatments for acute ischemic stroke aim to reinstate a normal perfusion in the ischemic territory but can also cause significant ischemia-reperfusion (IR) injury. Previous data in experimental models of stroke show that ischemia leads to the accumulation of succinate, and, upon reperfusion, the accumulated succinate is rapidly oxidized by succinate dehydrogenase (SDH) to drive superoxide production at mitochondrial complex I. Despite this process initiating IR injury and causing further tissue damage, the potential of targeting succinate metabolism to minimize IR injury remains unexplored. Using both quantitative and untargeted high-resolution metabolomics, we show a time-dependent accumulation of succinate in both human and mouse brain exposed to ischemia ex vivo. In a mouse model of ischemic stroke/mechanical thrombectomy mass spectrometry imaging (MSI) shows that succinate accumulation is confined to the ischemic region, and that the accumulated succinate is rapidly oxidized upon reperfusion. Targeting succinate oxidation by systemic infusion of the SDH inhibitor malonate upon reperfusion leads to a dose-dependent decrease in acute brain injury. Together these findings support targeting succinate metabolism upon reperfusion to decrease IR injury as a valuable adjunct to mechanical thrombectomy in ischemic stroke.
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- Amin Mottahedin
- MRC Mitochondrial Biology Unit, University of Cambridge, The Keith Peters Building, Cambridge Biomedical Campus, Cambridge, UK; Department of Physiology, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden.
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- Department of Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge University Hospitals, Cambridge, UK
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- Imaging and Data Analytics, Clinical Pharmacology and Safety Sciences, R & D, AstraZeneca, Cambridge, UK
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Cambridge University Hospitals, Cambridge, UK
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- CECAD Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, University Hospital Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- CECAD Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, University Hospital Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- MRC Mitochondrial Biology Unit, University of Cambridge, The Keith Peters Building, Cambridge Biomedical Campus, Cambridge, UK
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- Department of Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge University Hospitals, Cambridge, UK
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- MRC Mitochondrial Biology Unit, University of Cambridge, The Keith Peters Building, Cambridge Biomedical Campus, Cambridge, UK
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- MRC Mitochondrial Biology Unit, University of Cambridge, The Keith Peters Building, Cambridge Biomedical Campus, Cambridge, UK
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- Department of Clinical Neurosciences and NIHR Biomedical Research Centre, University of Cambridge, UK
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- Department of Clinical Neurosciences and NIHR Biomedical Research Centre, University of Cambridge, UK
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- Imaging and Data Analytics, Clinical Pharmacology and Safety Sciences, R & D, AstraZeneca, Cambridge, UK
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- CECAD Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, University Hospital Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- MRC Mitochondrial Biology Unit, University of Cambridge, The Keith Peters Building, Cambridge Biomedical Campus, Cambridge, UK; Department of Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge University Hospitals, Cambridge, UK.
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- Department of Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge University Hospitals, Cambridge, UK.
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Collateral Status and Outcomes after Thrombectomy. Transl Stroke Res 2023; 14:22-37. [PMID: 35687300 DOI: 10.1007/s12975-022-01046-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2022] [Revised: 05/29/2022] [Accepted: 05/31/2022] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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Endovascular treatment (EVT) using novel mechanical thrombectomy devices has been the gold standard for patients with acute ischemic stroke caused by large vessel occlusion. Selection criteria of randomized control trials commonly include baseline infarct volume with or without penumbra evaluation. Although the collateral status has been studied and is known to modify imaging results and clinical course, it has not been commonly used for trials. Many post hoc studies, however, revealed that collateral status can help predict infarct growth, recanalization success, decreased hemorrhagic transformation after EVT, and extension of the therapeutic time window for revascularization. Here, we systematically review the recent literature and summarized the outcomes of EVT according to the collateral status of patients with acute ischemic stroke caused by large vessel occlusion. The studies reviewed indicate that pretreatment collateral circulation is associated with both clinical and imaging outcomes after EVT in patients with acute ischemic stroke due to large vessel occlusion although most patients were already selected by other imaging or clinical criteria. However, treatment decisions using information on patients' collateral status have not progressed in clinical practice. Further randomized trials are needed to evaluate the risks and benefits of EVT in consideration of collateral status.
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Haggenmüller B, Kreiser K, Sollmann N, Huber M, Vogele D, Schmidt SA, Beer M, Schmitz B, Ozpeynirci Y, Rosskopf J, Kloth C. Pictorial Review on Imaging Findings in Cerebral CTP in Patients with Acute Stroke and Its Mimics: A Primer for General Radiologists. Diagnostics (Basel) 2023; 13:diagnostics13030447. [PMID: 36766552 PMCID: PMC9914845 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics13030447] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2022] [Revised: 01/19/2023] [Accepted: 01/21/2023] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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The imaging evaluation of computed tomography (CT), CT angiography (CTA), and CT perfusion (CTP) is of crucial importance in the setting of each emergency department for suspected cerebrovascular impairment. A fast and clear assignment of characteristic imaging findings of acute stroke and its differential diagnoses is essential for every radiologist. Different entities can mimic clinical signs of an acute stroke, thus the knowledge and fast identification of stroke mimics is important. A fast and clear assignment is necessary for a correct diagnosis and a rapid initiation of appropriate therapy. This pictorial review describes the most common imaging findings in CTP with clinical signs for acute stroke or other acute neurological disorders. The knowledge of these pictograms is therefore essential and should also be addressed in training and further education of radiologists.
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- Benedikt Haggenmüller
- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Ulm University Medical Center, Albert-Einstein-Allee 23, 89081 Ulm, Germany
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Radiology and Neuroradiology, RKU—Universitäts- und Rehabilitationskliniken Ulm, Oberer Eselsberg 45, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Ulm University Medical Center, Albert-Einstein-Allee 23, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Ulm University Medical Center, Albert-Einstein-Allee 23, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Ulm University Medical Center, Albert-Einstein-Allee 23, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Ulm University Medical Center, Albert-Einstein-Allee 23, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Ulm University Medical Center, Albert-Einstein-Allee 23, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Neuroradiology, Bezirkskrankenhaus Günzburg, Lindenallee 2, 89312 Günzburg, Germany
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- Institute of Neuroradiology, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany
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- Department of Neuroradiology, Bezirkskrankenhaus Günzburg, Lindenallee 2, 89312 Günzburg, Germany
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Ulm University Medical Center, Albert-Einstein-Allee 23, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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Wang X, Bishop C, O'Callaghan J, Gayhoor A, Albani J, Theriault W, Chappell M, Golay X, Wang D, Becerra L. MRI assessment of cerebral perfusion in clinical trials. Drug Discov Today 2023; 28:103506. [PMID: 36690177 DOI: 10.1016/j.drudis.2023.103506] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2022] [Revised: 01/10/2023] [Accepted: 01/17/2023] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Neurodegenerative mechanisms affect the brain through a variety of processes that are reflected as changes in brain structure and physiology. Although some biomarkers for these changes are well established, others are at different stages of development for use in clinical trials. One of the most challenging biomarkers to harmonize for clinical trials is cerebral blood flow (CBF). There are several magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) methods for quantifying CBF without the use of contrast agents, in particular arterial spin labeling (ASL) perfusion MRI, which has been increasingly applied in clinical trials. In this review, we present ASL MRI techniques, including strategies for implementation across multiple imaging centers, levels of confidence in assessing disease progression and treatment effects, and details of image analysis.
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- Sir Peter Mansfield Imaging Centre, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham
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- MR Neurophysics and Translational Neuroscience, Queen Square UCL Institute of Neurology, University College London; Gold Standard Phantoms
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- Laboratory of FMRI Technology (LOFT), Mark & Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California (USC)
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Maes M, Brinholi FF, Michelin AP, Matsumoto AK, de Oliveira Semeão L, Almulla AF, Supasitthumrong T, Tunvirachaisakul C, Barbosa DS. In Mild and Moderate Acute Ischemic Stroke, Increased Lipid Peroxidation and Lowered Antioxidant Defenses Are Strongly Associated with Disabilities and Final Stroke Core Volume. Antioxidants (Basel) 2023; 12:antiox12010188. [PMID: 36671047 PMCID: PMC9854933 DOI: 10.3390/antiox12010188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2022] [Revised: 01/06/2023] [Accepted: 01/06/2023] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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In acute ischemic stroke (AIS), there are no data on whether oxidative stress biomarkers have effects above and beyond known risk factors and measurements of stroke volume. This study was conducted in 122 mild-moderate AIS patients and 40 controls and assessed the modified ranking scale (mRS) at baseline, and 3 and 6 months later. We measured lipid hydroperoxides (LOOH), malondialdehyde (MDA), advanced oxidation protein products, paraoxonase 1 (PON1) activities and PON1 Q192R genotypes, high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL), sulfhydryl (-SH) groups), and diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) stroke volume and fluid-attenuated inversion recovery (FLAIR) signal intensity. We found that (a) AIS is characterized by lower chloromethyl acetate CMPAase PON1 activity, HDL and -SH groups and increased LOOH and neurotoxicity (a composite of LOOH, inflammatory markers and glycated hemoglobin); (b) oxidative and antioxidant biomarkers strongly and independently predict mRS scores 3 and 6 months later, DWI stroke volume and FLAIR signal intensity; and (c) the PON1 Q192R variant has multiple effects on stroke outcomes that are mediated by its effects on antioxidant defenses and lipid peroxidation. Lipid peroxidation and lowered -SH and PON1-HDL activity are drug targets to prevent AIS and consequent neurodegenerative processes and increased oxidative reperfusion mediators due to ischemia-reperfusion injury.
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- Michael Maes
- Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, 1873 Rama 4 Rd., Phayathai Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
- Cognitive Fitness and Technology Research Unit, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
- Department of Psychiatry, Medical University of Plovdiv, 4000 Plovdiv, Bulgaria
- Research Institute, Medical University Plovdiv, 4000 Plovdiv, Bulgaria
- Deakin University, IMPACT-the Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation, School of Medicine, Barwon Health, Geelong, VIC 3220, Australia
- Correspondence:
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- Health Sciences Graduate Program, Health Sciences Center, State University of Londrina, Londrina 86057-970, PR, Brazil
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- Health Sciences Graduate Program, Health Sciences Center, State University of Londrina, Londrina 86057-970, PR, Brazil
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- Health Sciences Graduate Program, Health Sciences Center, State University of Londrina, Londrina 86057-970, PR, Brazil
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- Health Sciences Graduate Program, Health Sciences Center, State University of Londrina, Londrina 86057-970, PR, Brazil
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- Medical Laboratory Technology Department, College of Medical Technology, The Islamic University, Najaf 54001, Iraq
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- Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, 1873 Rama 4 Rd., Phayathai Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
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- Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, 1873 Rama 4 Rd., Phayathai Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
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- Health Sciences Graduate Program, Health Sciences Center, State University of Londrina, Londrina 86057-970, PR, Brazil
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Dakovic I, Göttler J, Mpotsaris A. [Acute cerebrovascular events-fundamentals]. RADIOLOGIE (HEIDELBERG, GERMANY) 2023; 63:24-29. [PMID: 36416928 DOI: 10.1007/s00117-022-01084-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Acute ischemic stroke and subarachnoid hemorrhage due to a ruptured intracranial aneurysm are cerebrovascular emergencies, in which interventional neuroradiological therapeutic procedures play a crucial role. Profound knowledge about indication based on current guidelines and treatment approaches with their advantages and disadvantages are the basis of an evidence-based therapeutic decision. This article aims to provide an empirical overview for everyday practical situations.
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- Igor Dakovic
- Institut für Diagnostische und Interventionelle Radiologie und Neuroradiologie, München Klinik Harlaching, Akademisches Lehrkrankenhaus Ludwig-Maximilians Universität München, Sanatoriumsplatz 2, 81545, München, Deutschland.
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- Institut für Diagnostische und Interventionelle Radiologie und Neuroradiologie, München Klinik Harlaching, Akademisches Lehrkrankenhaus Ludwig-Maximilians Universität München, Sanatoriumsplatz 2, 81545, München, Deutschland
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- Institut für Diagnostische und Interventionelle Radiologie und Neuroradiologie, München Klinik Harlaching, Akademisches Lehrkrankenhaus Ludwig-Maximilians Universität München, Sanatoriumsplatz 2, 81545, München, Deutschland
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Lopes RP, Gagliardi VDB, Pacheco FT, Gagliardi RJ. Ischemic stroke with unknown onset of symptoms: current scenario and perspectives for the future. ARQUIVOS DE NEURO-PSIQUIATRIA 2022; 80:1262-1273. [PMID: 36580965 PMCID: PMC10658507 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1755342] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2021] [Accepted: 11/01/2021] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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BACKGROUND Stroke is a major cause of disability worldwide and a neurological emergency. Intravenous thrombolysis and mechanical thrombectomy are effective in the reperfusion of the parenchyma in distress, but the impossibility to determine the exact time of onset was an important cause of exclusion from treatment until a few years ago. OBJECTIVES To review the clinical and radiological profile of patients with unknown-onset stroke, the imaging methods to guide the reperfusion treatment, and suggest a protocol for the therapeutic approach. METHODS The different imaging methods were grouped according to current evidence-based treatments. RESULTS Most studies found no difference between the clinical and imaging characteristics of patients with wake-up stroke and known-onset stroke, suggesting that the ictus, in the first group, occurs just prior to awakening. Regarding the treatment of patients with unknown-onset stroke, four main phase-three trials stand out: WAKE-UP and EXTEND for intravenous thrombolysis, and DAWN and DEFUSE-3 for mechanical thrombectomy. The length of the therapeutic window is based on the diffusion weighted imaging-fluid-attenuated inversion recovery (DWI-FLAIR) mismatch, core-penumbra mismatch, and clinical core mismatch paradigms. The challenges to approach unknown-onset stroke involve extending the length of the time window, the reproducibility of real-world imaging modalities, and the discovery of new methods and therapies for this condition. CONCLUSION The advance in the possibilities for the treatment of ischemic stroke, while guided by imaging concepts, has become evident. New studies in this field are essential and needed to structure the health care services for this new scenario.
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- Rônney Pinto Lopes
- Irmandade da Santa Casa de Misericórdia de São Paulo, São Paulo,
Brazil.
- Universidade Federal de São Paulo, Departamento de Neurologia e Neurocirurgia,
São Paulo SP, Brazil.
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- Irmandade da Santa Casa de Misericórdia de São Paulo, São Paulo,
Brazil.
- Diagnósticos da América SA, Departamento de Imagem Médica, Divisão de
Neurorradiologia, São Paulo SP, Brazil.
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- Irmandade da Santa Casa de Misericórdia de São Paulo, São Paulo,
Brazil.
- Santa Casa de São Paulo, Faculdade de Ciências Médicas, Divisão de Neurologia,
São Paulo SP, Brazil.
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Nazari-Farsani S, Yu Y, Duarte Armindo R, Lansberg M, Liebeskind DS, Albers G, Christensen S, Levin CS, Zaharchuk G. Predicting final ischemic stroke lesions from initial diffusion-weighted images using a deep neural network. Neuroimage Clin 2022; 37:103278. [PMID: 36481696 PMCID: PMC9727698 DOI: 10.1016/j.nicl.2022.103278] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2022] [Revised: 11/20/2022] [Accepted: 11/30/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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BACKGROUND For prognosis of stroke, measurement of the diffusion-perfusion mismatch is a common practice for estimating tissue at risk of infarction in the absence of timely reperfusion. However, perfusion-weighted imaging (PWI) adds time and expense to the acute stroke imaging workup. We explored whether a deep convolutional neural network (DCNN) model trained with diffusion-weighted imaging obtained at admission could predict final infarct volume and location in acute stroke patients. METHODS In 445 patients, we trained and validated an attention-gated (AG) DCNN to predict final infarcts as delineated on follow-up studies obtained 3 to 7 days after stroke. The input channels consisted of MR diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI), apparent diffusion coefficients (ADC) maps, and thresholded ADC maps with values less than 620 × 10-6 mm2/s, while the output was a voxel-by-voxel probability map of tissue infarction. We evaluated performance of the model using the area under the receiver-operator characteristic curve (AUC), the Dice similarity coefficient (DSC), absolute lesion volume error, and the concordance correlation coefficient (ρc) of the predicted and true infarct volumes. RESULTS The model obtained a median AUC of 0.91 (IQR: 0.84-0.96). After thresholding at an infarction probability of 0.5, the median sensitivity and specificity were 0.60 (IQR: 0.16-0.84) and 0.97 (IQR: 0.93-0.99), respectively, while the median DSC and absolute volume error were 0.50 (IQR: 0.17-0.66) and 27 ml (IQR: 7-60 ml), respectively. The model's predicted lesion volumes showed high correlation with ground truth volumes (ρc = 0.73, p < 0.01). CONCLUSION An AG-DCNN using diffusion information alone upon admission was able to predict infarct volumes at 3-7 days after stroke onset with comparable accuracy to models that consider both DWI and PWI. This may enable treatment decisions to be made with shorter stroke imaging protocols.
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- Department of Radiology, Stanford University, CA, USA; Internal Medicine Department, University of Massachusetts Memorial Medical Center, University of Massachusetts, Boston, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Stanford University, CA, USA; Department of Neuroradiology, Hospital Beatriz Ângelo, Loures, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Department of Neurology, University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Stanford University, CA, USA
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Deak Z, Schuettoff L, Lohse AK, Fabritius M, Reidler P, Forbrig R, Kunz W, Dimitriadis K, Ricke J, Sabel B. Reduction in Radiation Exposure of CT Perfusion by Optimized Imaging Timing Using Temporal Information of the Preceding CT Angiography of the Carotid Artery in the Stroke Protocol. Diagnostics (Basel) 2022; 12:diagnostics12112853. [PMID: 36428913 PMCID: PMC9689781 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics12112853] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2022] [Revised: 11/05/2022] [Accepted: 11/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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(1) Background: CT perfusion (CTP) is a fast, robust and widely available but dose-exposing imaging technique for infarct core and penumbra detection. Carotid CT angiography (CTA) can precede CTP in the stroke protocol. Temporal information of the bolus tracking series of CTA could allow for better timing and a decreased number of scans in CTP, resulting in less radiation exposure, if the shortening of CTP does not alter the calculated infarct core and penumbra or the resulting perfusion maps, which are essential for further treatment decisions. (2) Methods: 66 consecutive patients with ischemic stroke proven by follow-up imaging or endovascular intervention were included in this retrospective study approved by the local ethics committee. In each case, six simulated, stepwise shortened CTP examinations were compared with the original data regarding the perfusion maps, infarct core, penumbra and endovascular treatment decision. (3) Results: In simulated CTPs with 26, 28 and 30 scans, the infarct core, penumbra and PRR values were equivalent, and the resulting clinical decision was identical to the original CTP. (4) Conclusions: The temporal information of the bolus tracking series of the carotid CTA can allow for better timing and a lower radiation exposure by eliminating unnecessary scans in CTP.
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- Zsuzsanna Deak
- Imaging Urania, Laurenzerberg 2, 1010 Vienna, Austria
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Radiology, University Hospital of Munich (LMU), Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, University Hospital of Munich (LMU), Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, University Hospital of Munich (LMU), Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, University Hospital of Munich (LMU), Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany
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- Department of Neuroradiology, University Hospital of Munich (LMU), Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, University Hospital of Munich (LMU), Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany
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- Department of Neurology, University Hospital of Munich (LMU), Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, University Hospital of Munich (LMU), Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, University Hospital of Munich (LMU), Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany
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Winder AJ, Wilms M, Amador K, Flottmann F, Fiehler J, Forkert ND. Predicting the tissue outcome of acute ischemic stroke from acute 4D computed tomography perfusion imaging using temporal features and deep learning. Front Neurosci 2022; 16:1009654. [PMID: 36408399 PMCID: PMC9672821 DOI: 10.3389/fnins.2022.1009654] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2022] [Accepted: 10/12/2022] [Indexed: 12/27/2023] Open
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Predicting follow-up lesions from baseline CT perfusion (CTP) datasets in acute ischemic stroke patients is important for clinical decision making. Deep convolutional networks (DCNs) are assumed to be the current state-of-the-art for this task. However, many DCN classifiers have not been validated against the methods currently used in research (random decision forests, RDF) and clinical routine (Tmax thresholding). Specialized DCNs have even been designed to extract complex temporal features directly from spatiotemporal CTP data instead of using standard perfusion parameter maps. However, the benefits of applying deep learning to source or deconvolved CTP data compared to perfusion parameter maps have not been formally investigated so far. In this work, a modular UNet-based DCN is proposed that separates temporal feature extraction from tissue outcome prediction, allowing for both model validation using perfusion parameter maps as well as end-to-end learning from spatiotemporal CTP data. 145 retrospective datasets comprising baseline CTP imaging, perfusion parameter maps, and follow-up non-contrast CT with manual lesion segmentations were assembled from acute ischemic stroke patients treated with intravenous thrombolysis alone (IV; n = 43) or intra-arterial mechanical thrombectomy (IA; n = 102) with or without combined IV. Using the perfusion parameter maps as input, the proposed DCN (mean Dice: 0.287) outperformed the RDF (0.262) and simple Tmax-thresholding (0.249). The performance of the proposed DCN was approximately equal using features optimized from the deconvolved residual curves (0.286) compared to perfusion parameter maps (0.287), while using features optimized from the source concentration-time curves (0.296) provided the best tissue outcome predictions.
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- Anthony J. Winder
- Department of Radiology, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
- Hotchkiss Brain Institute, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of Paediatrics, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
- Department of Community Health Sciences, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
- Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of Radiology, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
- Hotchkiss Brain Institute, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
- Hotchkiss Brain Institute, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
- Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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Porto GBF, Chen CJ, Al Kasab S, Essibayi MA, Almallouhi E, Hubbard Z, Chalhoub R, Alawieh A, Maier I, Psychogios MN, Wolfe SQ, Jabbour P, Rai A, Starke RM, Shaban A, Arthur A, Kim JT, Yoshimura S, Grossberg J, Kan P, Fragata I, Polifka A, Osbun J, Mascitelli J, Levitt MR, Williamson R, Romano DG, Crosa R, Gory B, Mokin M, Limaye KS, Casagrande W, Moss M, Grandhi R, Yoo A, Spiotta AM, Park MS. Association of Noncontrast Computed Tomography and Perfusion Modalities With Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Late-Window Stroke Thrombectomy. JAMA Netw Open 2022; 5:e2241291. [PMID: 36367728 PMCID: PMC9652750 DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.41291] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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IMPORTANCE There is substantial controversy with regards to the adequacy and use of noncontrast head computed tomography (NCCT) for late-window acute ischemic stroke in selecting candidates for mechanical thrombectomy. OBJECTIVE To assess clinical outcomes of patients with acute ischemic stroke presenting in the late window who underwent mechanical thrombectomy stratified by NCCT admission in comparison with selection by CT perfusion (CTP) and diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI). DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS In this multicenter retrospective cohort study, prospectively maintained Stroke Thrombectomy and Aneurysm (STAR) database was used by selecting patients within the late window of acute ischemic stroke and emergent large vessel occlusion from 2013 to 2021. Patients were selected by NCCT, CTP, and DWI. Admission Alberta Stroke Program Early CT Score (ASPECTS) as well as confounding variables were adjusted. Follow-up duration was 90 days. Data were analyzed from November 2021 to March 2022. EXPOSURES Selection by NCCT, CTP, or DWI. MAIN OUTCOMES AND MEASURES Primary outcome was functional independence (modified Rankin scale 0-2) at 90 days. RESULTS Among 3356 patients, 733 underwent late-window mechanical thrombectomy. The median (IQR) age was 69 (58-80) years, 392 (53.5%) were female, and 449 (65.1%) were White. A total of 419 were selected with NCCT, 280 with CTP, and 34 with DWI. Mean (IQR) admission ASPECTS were comparable among groups (NCCT, 8 [7-9]; CTP, 8 [7-9]; DWI 8, [7-9]; P = .37). There was no difference in the 90-day rate of functional independence (aOR, 1.00; 95% CI, 0.59-1.71; P = .99) after adjusting for confounders. Symptomatic intracerebral hemorrhage (NCCT, 34 [8.6%]; CTP, 37 [13.5%]; DWI, 3 [9.1%]; P = .12) and mortality (NCCT, 78 [27.4%]; CTP, 38 [21.1%]; DWI, 7 [29.2%]; P = .29) were similar among groups. CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE In this cohort study, comparable outcomes were observed in patients in the late window irrespective of neuroimaging selection criteria. Admission NCCT scan may triage emergent large vessel occlusion in the late window.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Department of Neurology, University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Radiology, West Virginia University, Morgantown
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Miami Health System, Miami, Florida
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- Department of Neurology, University of Iowa, Iowa City
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Semmes-Murphey Neurologic and Spine Clinic, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis
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- Department of Neurology, Chonnam National University Hospital, Gwangju, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hyogo College of Medicine, Nishinomiya, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
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- Neuroradiology Department, Hospital São José Centro Hospitalar, Lisboa, Portugal
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Florida, Gainesville
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Washington University in St Louis, St Louis, Missouri
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Allegheny Health Network, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Radiology, A.O.U.S. Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d’Aragona, Salerno, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Endovascular Neurological Center, Montevideo, Uruguay
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- Department of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Neuroradiology, Centre Hospitalier Régional Universitaire de Nancy, Nancy, France
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of South Florida, Tampa
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- Department of Cerebrovascular and Endovascular Neurosurgery, Hospital Juan Fernandez, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Department of Interventional Neuroradiology, Washington Regional Medical Center, Fayetteville, Arkansas
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Utah, Salt Lake City
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Texas Stroke Institute, Plano
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Virginia Health, Charlottesville
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Zhang Y, Song S, Li Z, Huang B, Geng Y, Zhang L. The Application of Software "Rapid Processing of Perfusion and Diffusion" in Acute Ischemic Stroke. Brain Sci 2022; 12:1451. [PMID: 36358379 PMCID: PMC9688896 DOI: 10.3390/brainsci12111451] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2022] [Revised: 10/20/2022] [Accepted: 10/20/2022] [Indexed: 08/30/2023] Open
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In the event of an acute ischemic stroke, saving the penumbra is the most important aspect of early treatment. The rapid and accurate identification of ischemic penumbra plays a key role in its comprehensive treatment. At present, the identification method and evaluation standard of ischemic penumbra have not been unified. Numerous pieces of software identifying ischemic penumbra have been developed, such as rapid processing of perfusion and diffusion (RAPID), Sphere, Vitrea, and computed tomography perfusion+ (CTP+). The RAPID software, analyzing and integrating multi-mode image data (mainly based on perfusion weighted imaging (PWI) or computed tomography perfusion (CTP) images, shows good performance in identifying ischemic penumbra and has been utilized for the assessment of ischemic penumbra in many ischemic stroke clinical studies, achieving good outcomes and promoting the transition from "time window" to "tissue window" in the treatment of early stage AIS. To obtain a comprehensive understanding of the RAPID software and its accuracy in evaluating ischemic penumbra, this paper reviews the background and development of the RAPID software, summarizes the published acute cerebral infarction trials using the RAPID software, generalizes the threshold parameters in different time windows, and further discusses its application and limitations.
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- Yudi Zhang
- Department of Neurology, The Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang 050000, China
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- Department of Neurology, The Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang 050000, China
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- Department of Neurology, The Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang 050000, China
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- Department of Radiology, The Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang 050000, China
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- Department of Neurology, The Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang 050000, China
- Department of Neurology, Central Hospital of Qinghe County, Xingtai 054800, China
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- Department of Neurology, The Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang 050000, China
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Gollamudi J, Sartain SE, Navaei AH, Aneja S, Kaur Dhawan P, Tran D, Joshi J, Gidudu J, Gollamudi J, Chiappini E, Varricchio F, Law B, Munoz FM. Thrombosis and thromboembolism: Brighton collaboration case definition and guidelines for data collection, analysis, and presentation of immunization safety data. Vaccine 2022; 40:6431-6444. [PMID: 36150973 DOI: 10.1016/j.vaccine.2022.09.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2022] [Accepted: 09/01/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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This is a Brighton Collaboration case definition of thrombosis and thromboembolism to be used in the evaluation of adverse events following immunization, and for epidemiologic studies for the assessment of background incidence or hypothesis testing. The case definition was developed by a group of experts convened by the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) in the context of active development of SARS-CoV-2 vaccines. The case definition format of the Brighton Collaboration was followed to develop a consensus definition and defined levels of certainty, after an exhaustive review of the literature and expert consultation. The document underwent peer review by the Brighton Collaboration Network and by selected expert reviewers prior to submission.
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- Jahnavi Gollamudi
- Department of Medicine, Section of Hematology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Section of Hematology/Oncology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA
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- Pediatric Critical Care, Transfusion Medicine & Coagulation, Pediatrics and Pathology & Immunology Departments, Texas Children's Hospital, Baylor College of Medicine, 6701 Fannin St, Suite WB110, Houston 77021, TX, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, School of Medical Sciences & Research, Sharda University, Gr Noida, India
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- Oregon Health Authority, Public Health Division, Acute and Communicable Disease Prevention Section, Portland, OR, USA
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- International Centre for Antimicrobial Resistance Solutions (ICARS), Orestads Boulevard 5, 2300 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Meyer University Hospital, Department of Health Science, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- SPEAC, Brighton Collaboration, Independent Consultant, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Department of Pediatrics, Section of Infectious Diseases, and Department of Molecular Virology and Microbiology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA.
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Sebök M, Esposito G, Niftrik CHBV, Fierstra J, Schubert T, Wegener S, Held J, Kulcsár Z, Luft AR, Regli L. Flow augmentation STA-MCA bypass evaluation for patients with acute stroke and unilateral large vessel occlusion: a proposal for an urgent bypass flowchart. J Neurosurg 2022; 137:1047-1055. [PMID: 34996035 DOI: 10.3171/2021.10.jns21986] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2021] [Accepted: 10/25/2021] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Endovascular recanalization trials have shown a positive impact on the preservation of ischemic penumbra in patients with acute large vessel occlusion (LVO). The concept of penumbra salvation can be extended to surgical revascularization with bypass in highly selected patients. For selecting these patients, the authors propose a flowchart based on multimodal MRI. METHODS All patients with acute stroke and persisting internal carotid artery (ICA) or M1 occlusion after intravenous lysis or mechanical thrombectomy undergo advanced neuroimaging in a time window of 72 hours after stroke onset including perfusion MRI, blood oxygenation level-dependent functional MRI to evaluate cerebrovascular reactivity (BOLD-CVR), and noninvasive optimal vessel analysis (NOVA) quantitative MRA to assess collateral circulation. RESULTS Symptomatic patients exhibiting persistent hemodynamic impairment and insufficient collateral circulation could benefit from bypass surgery. According to the flowchart, a bypass is considered for patients 1) with low or moderate neurological impairment (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale score 1-15, modified Rankin Scale score ≤ 3), 2) without large or malignant stroke, 3) without intracranial hemorrhage, 4) with MR perfusion/diffusion mismatch > 120%, 5) with paradoxical BOLD-CVR in the occluded vascular territory, and 6) with insufficient collateral circulation. CONCLUSIONS The proposed flowchart is based on the patient's clinical condition and multimodal MR neuroimaging and aims to select patients with acute stroke due to LVO and persistent inadequate collateral flow, who could benefit from urgent bypass.
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- Martina Sebök
- 1Departments of Neurosurgery
- 2Clinical Neuroscience Center, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Switzerland
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- 1Departments of Neurosurgery
- 2Clinical Neuroscience Center, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Switzerland
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- 1Departments of Neurosurgery
- 2Clinical Neuroscience Center, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Switzerland
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- 2Clinical Neuroscience Center, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Switzerland
- 4Neuroradiology, University Hospital Zurich; and
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- 2Clinical Neuroscience Center, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Switzerland
- 3Neurology, and
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- 2Clinical Neuroscience Center, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Switzerland
- 3Neurology, and
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- 2Clinical Neuroscience Center, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Switzerland
- 4Neuroradiology, University Hospital Zurich; and
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- 2Clinical Neuroscience Center, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Switzerland
- 3Neurology, and
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- 1Departments of Neurosurgery
- 2Clinical Neuroscience Center, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Switzerland
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Amukotuwa SA, Bammer R, Jackson DM, Sutherland T. Iodinated contrast media shortage: Insights and guidance from two major public hospitals. J Med Imaging Radiat Oncol 2022; 66:946-956. [PMID: 35634808 PMCID: PMC9796658 DOI: 10.1111/1754-9485.13444] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2022] [Accepted: 05/26/2022] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
Abstract
Global shortage of iodinated contrast medium (ICM) is the latest health care ripple-effect from the COVID-19 pandemic. Some public hospitals in Australia have less than a week's supply. Strategies are, therefore, urgently needed to conserve ICM for those diagnostic tests and interventions, which are time-critical, and without which patients would suffer death or significant morbidity. A plan is also required to continue providing best possible care to patients in the worst-case scenario of exhausted ICM supplies. This document, by representatives from two major public hospitals, will provide some guidance that is tailored to the Australian context.
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- Shalini A Amukotuwa
- Monash Health ImagingMonash HealthMelbourneVictoriaAustralia,Department of ImagingMonash UniversityMelbourneVictoriaAustralia
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- Monash Health ImagingMonash HealthMelbourneVictoriaAustralia,Department of ImagingMonash UniversityMelbourneVictoriaAustralia
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- Monash Health ImagingMonash HealthMelbourneVictoriaAustralia
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- Department of Medical ImagingSt Vincent's HospitalMelbourneVictoriaAustralia
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