Publications by authors named "Long Hin Sin"

Background: Elderly patients contribute to the large proportion of ischaemic stroke worldwide. Currently, treatment for elderly stroke remains aggressive, as the exact age cutoff for endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) has not been well established due to a lack of large-scale randomized control trials. In this study we investigate the difference in outcome after EVT in the octogenarian and above, compared to their younger counterparts.

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  • * MR vessel wall imaging has emerged as a powerful, non-invasive technique that improves the differentiation of underlying causes of cerebrovascular issues, reducing the need for surgery and enabling quicker, more accurate treatments.
  • * Tuen Mun Hospital in Hong Kong is a leader in applying this innovative imaging technique and aims to share case studies and insights on its effective use, alongside discussing common mistakes and interpretation tips.
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