With a 'game changer' stroke treatment in doctors' hands comes a new challenge — shaving off the minutes
A procedure known as endovascular thrombectomy can turn what would be a devastating stroke into something that leaves just a mild disability or none at all. But time is crucial, prompting hospitals to find small efficiencies that can make a huge difference.
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A procedure known as endovascular thrombectomy can turn what would be a devastating stroke into something that leaves just a mild disability or none at all. But time is crucial, prompting hospitals to find small efficiencies that can make a huge difference.