The progression of surgical intervention for arterial reocclusion after mechanical thrombectomy for acute cerebral infarction

Abstract

Acute ischemic stroke, a prevalent cerebrovascular disease, significantly contributes to mortality and morbidity in modern society. Although early mechanical thrombectomy is beneficial for many patients, a subset still suffers from failed recanalization due to arterial occlusion (AR) post-thrombectomy, owing to a variety of factors. Therefore, minimizing vascular reocclusion rates is imperative in improving outcomes for patients with acute cerebral infarction. Recent surgical intervention studies have concentrated on vascular recanalization after mechanical thrombectomy. This review critically analyzes the pathophysiology and effective treatments for vascular reocclusion, providing insight into the latest developments and outlining challenges for future research.