More than 97,000 strokes occur in Canada every year, with incidence increasing over time. Anesthesiologists in Canada are typically involved in endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) management, albeit in varying degrees across the country. In this talk, we will review community and perioperative stroke management guidelines and typical anesthetic considerations. We will then cover Nova Scotia's current institutional standards, practices, and performance using data from our provincial stroke registry, before reflecting on the broader impacts of international clinical trials on EVT practices and the role of anesthesiologists in the care of stroke patients.
Upon completion of this session, participants should be able to:
