This course on Endovascular Therapy for Stroke Care aims to equip learners with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage cardiovascular emergencies. The course covers topics such as tachycardias, atrial fibrillation, cardiac arrest care, pediatric cardiac emergencies, acute aortic dissection, and stroke care. Participants will learn about patient selection, clinical criteria, NIH Stroke Scale, landmark studies, guidelines, and the use of stent retrievers in endovascular therapy. The teaching method involves self-study through online videos and lectures, allowing participants to earn up to 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. This course is intended for healthcare professionals involved in emergency medicine, cardiology, or those seeking to enhance their knowledge in cardiovascular emergencies.
Overview
Syllabus
Stroke
Endovascular Therapy
AHA Guidelines
Who is eligible for Mechanical Thrombectomy
Why are large vessel occlusion Strokes so important
Bad Strokes
Large Vessel Occlusion
Endovascular Therapy Terminology
stent retriever
patient selection
clinical criteria
NIH Stroke Scale
Medical Calculator
Landmark Studies
Guidelines
Harm Rates
Who
AHA Guideline
mechanical thrombectomy
perfusion imaging
contrast imaging
perfusion criteria
age cutoffs
real life example
cerebral blood flow
physiologic criteria
what do we do
have not changed
has a large vessel occlusion
protocol
Taught by
The Center for Medical Education
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