Acute ischemic stroke is caused by blockage of blood vessels in the brain. Blood vessels can be obstructed by several different mechanisms and identification of this cause is essential to minimize the risk of recurrence.
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Age: ≥ 18 and < 86 years.
Acute ischemic stroke with symptom onset within 12 hours before admission to hospital.
Diagnosis of acute ischemic stroke with MRI with diffusion restriction as seen on diffusion weighted imaging.
Pregnancy. A negative pregnancy test upon admission is required for all women with child-bearing potential.
Standard contraindication for performing MRI.
Severe renal failure (GFR <40).