Publications by authors named "Emmad M Qazi"
Background: We have theorized that clots with stasis are longer. We therefore explored the relationship between thrombus imaging characteristics on noncontrast computed tomography (NCCT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) with clot length and pial collaterals on baseline computed tomography angiography (CTA).
Methods: Prospective study of acute ischemic stroke patients (2005-2009) from Keimyung University.
Article Synopsis
- A new technique was developed to measure how well blood and thrombolytic agents can penetrate blood clots in stroke patients, potentially predicting the success of treatment.
- In a study of 66 stroke patients treated with tissue-type plasminogen activator, those with detectable occult anterograde flow showed a significantly higher rate of early recanalization compared to those without.
- The median T0 values (delay in blood flow) were lower for patients who experienced early recanalization, suggesting that quicker blood flow through the thrombus is a good indicator of treatment success.
Purpose: To describe the use of an imaging selection tool, multiphase computed tomographic (CT) angiography, in patients with acute ischemic stroke (AIS) and to demonstrate its interrater reliability and ability to help determine clinical outcome.
Materials And Methods: The local ethics board approved this study. Data are from the pilot phase of PRoveIT, a prospective observational study analyzing utility of multimodal imaging in the triage of patients with AIS.