What predicts poor outcome after successful thrombectomy in late time windows?

Background Thrombectomy for acute ischemic stroke treatment leads to improved outcomes, but many patients do not achieve a good outcome despite successful reperfusion. We determined predictors of poor outcome after successful thrombectomy (TICI 2b–3) with an emphasis on modifiable factors. Methods Patients from the randomized DEFUSE 3 trial who underwent thrombectomy with TICI 2b–3 revascularization were included. Primary outcome was a poor...