Direct Aspiration as First-Line Technique for Acute Intracranial Internal Carotid Artery Occlusion: Preliminary Results

Key Points

• Direct aspiration technique leads to faster recanalization compared to other methods, enhancing patient recovery.
• Increased recanalization rates from direct aspiration are linked to potential improvements in long-term function.
• Assessment included various strategies for treating intracranial internal carotid artery occlusions, focusing on clinical outcomes.
• The findings support using direct aspiration as a first-line approach, indicating a shift in treatment protocols.