Decompressive hemicraniectomy for space-occupying brain infarction: Nationwide population-based registry study.

Objective: We analyzed data from the Norwegian Stroke Registry (NSR) to study access to and outcomes of decompressive hemicraniectomy for brain infarction in a nationwide routine clinical setting. We also discretionary assessed whether the outcomes were comparable with those achieved in randomized controlled trials (RCTs), and whether the use was in accordance with guidelines.

Methods: The NSR is a nationwide (population 5.