Objectives To assess potential increases in intravenous thrombolysis (IVT) rates given particular interventions in the stroke care pathway. Design Simulation modelling was used to compare the ...

Background The increasing utilization of balloon guide catheters (BGCs) in thrombectomy therapy for ischemic stroke has led to concerns about large-bore sheaths causing vascular groin complications.

Recent trials have proven the benefits of endovascular treatment for patients with stroke from emergent large vessel occlusions (ELVOs).1–5 Optimal management of these patients involves attention to ...