This webinar introduces key updates in acute ischemic stroke management, focusing on how modern decision‑making integrates time‑sensitive evaluation, advanced imaging, and AI‑supported tools. It also reviews the expanded thrombolysis and thrombectomy windows reflected in current clinical guidelines.

As Part 1 of a two‑part series on Decision Algorithms in Acute Ischemic Stroke, this session outlines how the American Heart Association’s 2026 guideline updates shape today’s diagnostic and treatment choices.

Chapters:
0:00 Introduction and Attendee Instructions and Disclaimers
02:10 Dr Witt – Introductions
03:22 Disclaimer
04:56 Core Learning Objectives for Decision Algorithms for Treatment of Acute Ischemic Stroke: Part 1
06:00 New Guidelines for Treatment from ED Perspective/Mobile Stroke Units
09:22 Time Windows and Clinical Decision-Making
09:42 Thrombolysis and Extended Treatment Windows
18:22 Endovascular Thrombectomy – Early and Late Windows
26:31 Imaging Modalities Driving Treatment Selection
59:55 Dr Witt – Acknowledgments
1:00:00 Closing Statements – Thank you