Long-term outcomes of endovascular thrombectomy vs. medical care in patients with large ischemic stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials - Scorecard - MDSpire

Long-term outcomes of endovascular thrombectomy vs. medical care in patients with large ischemic stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

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  • Jiayu You

  • Hang Zhou

  • Qianshuo Liu

  • Xingqiang Li

  • May 13, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Long-term Efficacy of Endovascular Thrombectomy Compared to Standard Medical Treatment in Patients with Major Ischemic Stroke: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

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Condition
Key Mechanisms
Target PopulationAdult patients (≥18 years) with AIS and large infarct cores (ASPECTS ≤ 5) as per RCT inclusion criteria.
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        Patients with anterior circulation LVO-related large ischemic infarcts.

        EVT plus standard medical care yields significant long-term functional improvements.

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        Long-term outcomes of endovascular thrombectomy vs. medical care in patients with large ischemic stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

        • by Jiayu You, Hang Zhou, Qianshuo Liu, Xingqiang Li

        • May 13, 2026

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