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ESOC 2022 | Recent updates in recanalization therapy in acute ischemic stroke

Joji B. Kuramatsu, MD, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nürnberg, Erlangen, Germany, shares his thoughts on the major research themes in stroke that are changing clinical practice. Numerous studies in recent years have focused on mechanical thrombectomy, intravenous thrombolysis, and the optimization of these therapies. In particular, the role of bridging thrombolysis to improve thrombectomy outcomes has been heavily investigated and accumulating evidence indicates there is benefit over the use of mechanical thrombectomy alone. Ongoing work in this field includes the assessment of intra-arterial thrombolysis after endovascular therapy to improve restoration of microcirculation, as well as the study of alternative thrombolytic agents, such as tenecteplase. This interview took place at European Stroke Organisation Conference 2022 in Lyon, France.