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Cerebral Edema in Patients With Large Ischemic Core After Thrombectomy: A Secondary Analysis of SELECT2 Randomized Trial.
Stroke·June 1, 2026·PMID 41906875
Why it mattersWhile EVT improves outcomes in large core stroke, this study highlights that it may increase cerebral edema, which partially offsets the treatment benefit. Recognizing this risk can guide monitoring and individualized edema management strategies.

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