Ann Indian Acad Neur
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Ann Indian Acad Neur · Oct 2015
Hurdles in stroke thrombolysis: Experience from 100 consecutive ischemic stroke patients.
Acute management of ischemic stroke involves thrombolysis within 4.5 h. For a successful outcome, early recognition of stroke, transportation to the hospital emergency department immediately after stroke, timely imaging, proper diagnosis, and thrombolysis within 4.5 h is of paramount importance. ⋯ Considering the urgency of therapeutic measures in acute stroke, there is necessity and room for improvement to overcome various hurdles that prevent thrombolysis.