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Abstract
Purpose: The prognostic relevance of post-mechanical thrombectomy (MT) subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) remains controversial. This study aimed to investigate whether the thickness of the SAH clot affects clinical outcomes following MT for M2 occlusion.
Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted on a prospective database of patients who underwent MT for isolated M2 occlusion. Patients were categorized into three groups based on the presence and thickness of SAH. Clinical and angiographical characteristics and outcomes were compared.
Results: Of the 36 patients included, SAH was observed in 15 (42%). When comparing patients with no SAH (grade 0) or thin SAH (grade 1) (N = 28) with those who had thick SAH (grade 2) (N = 8), patients with Grade 2 SAH required a higher number of passes and had a more severe angulation at M2. Patients with SAH Grade 2 had significantly worse NIHSS scores at 24 h (median, 4 vs. 14), but only one patient was identified as having a symptomatic intracranial hemorrhage. Patients with SAH Grade 2 were found to have a lower rate of favorable outcome (modified Rankin scale 0-2) (23% vs. 75%, P = 0.0026) and higher mortality (25% vs. 0%, P = 0.0499) at 90 days.
Conclusion: The study found that thick SAH prevents clinical recovery after MT for M2 occlusion, even in cases of successful recanalization, and is associated with an unfavorable outcome. Thick SAH after MT is also linked to an increase in the number of passes and severe angulation at the M2 segment.
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Interventional Neuroradiology (INR) is a peer-reviewed clinical practice journal documenting the current state of interventional neuroradiology worldwide. INR publishes original clinical observations, descriptions of new techniques or procedures, case reports, and articles on the ethical and social aspects of related health care. Original research published in INR is related to the practice of interventional neuroradiology...