The association between computed tomography angiography timing and workflow times in patients with acute ischemic stroke.
Femke M DessensAdrien E D GrootBas van der VeenKilian M TreurnietCharles Blm MajoieAnnet Driessen-WaaijerHenry C WeinsteinYvo Bwem RoosRenske M Van den Berg-VosJonathan M CoutinhoSander M van SchaikPublished in: International journal of stroke : official journal of the International Stroke Society (2020)
CTA acquisition prior to start of IVT did not adversely affect door-to-needle times. However, a significantly shorter door-to-groin times was observed in endovascular treatment eligible patients. Performing CTA prior to start of IVT seems the preferred strategy.