6th Annual Symposium on Neurovascular Disease 2014

Identify the criteria used to recommend intravenous or intra-arterial therapy for patients with thromboembolic stroke Discuss the value of comprehensive vs. primary stroke centers based on outcomes research and have a general understanding of the benefits of triaged care Delineate subgroups of patients with carotid artery disease, based on age, anatomy, and other factors which influence treatment pattern. Review the results of the SAMMPRIS intracranial stent trial and discuss the pitfalls of this study and the new trials currently ongoing