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 - Takeaways - 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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    Endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) significantly improves long-term functional outcomes in patients with anterior circulation large ischemic infarcts compared to standard medical care.

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    At long-term follow-up, EVT demonstrated enhanced functional excellence, independence, and ambulation rates compared to standard medical treatment.

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    Mortality rates were not significantly different between EVT and standard medical care groups, indicating EVT's safety profile.

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    The benefits of EVT were more pronounced in patients with shorter onset times and smaller infarct volumes.

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    This systematic review emphasizes the need for refined patient selection for EVT in acute ischemic stroke management.

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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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