Abstract
The method of reporting the imaging techniques findings significantly affects the necessity of viewing the CT scans by the doctor in comprehensive cerebrovascular centre (CCC). In the case of a long interval when images are sent to the CCC archive, the transport of the patient between stroke centre (SC) and CCC is significantly prolonged.
It is essential to report the extent of ischemic changes in the MCA territory using the ASPECTS score. Exclusion of patients from interventional treatment based on ASPECTS scores should be approached with caution.
It is essential to correctly identify the level of occlusion (especially the distinction between M1 and M2 of the MCA segments), which co-determines the indication for mechanical thrombectomy. Knowledge of extracranial arteries involvement (stenoses, occlusions) is important for the strategy of endovascular surgery.
It is appropriate to refer to the anatomy of the carotid arteries with the identification of the aortic arch type III. and significant looping of the carotid arteries, which complicate mechanical thrombectomy. These findings are not a reason to refuse an endovascular procedure.