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The Hope Trial: Alteplase 4.5–24 Hours After Stroke (CT Perfusion Selected)

by Carlton Watson, MD MSc posted February 16, 2026 No Comments

The cornerstone of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) management involves timely reperfusion of the ischemic brain tissue. Intravenous thrombolysis with alteplase has been the standard of care for AIS within 4.5 ...

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