Abstract
The optimal treatment strategy for acute ischemic stroke following cervical internal carotid artery occlusion of atherosclerotic lesions remains unclear. We retrospectively investigated the changes in imaging findings of the stenotic lesion after performing angioplasty alone. The most stenotic lesion on magnetic resonance angiography was significantly improved. No re-occlusion or stroke deterioration occurred in the perioperative period. Considering the risk of hemorrhagic complications at the acute phase, performing angioplasty alone may be useful. Additionally, the stenotic lesion can be evaluated using magnetic resonance angiography, with early consideration of additional treatment, if necessary.