What question did this study set out to answer?

The aim is to define subtypes of acute ischemic stroke using the TOAST classification system.

January 1, 1993StrokeOpen Access

Classification of subtype of acute ischemic stroke. Definitions for use in a multicenter clinical trial. TOAST. Trial of Org 10172 in Acute Stroke Treatment.

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Randomized trial classifies acute ischemic stroke subtypes, implying better treatment reporting.

The aim is to define subtypes of acute ischemic stroke using the TOAST classification system.
Utilized the TOAST stroke subtype classification system for ease of use.
Assessed interobserver agreement among observers in classifying stroke subtypes.
Recommended similar classification methods for clinical trials evaluating stroke treatments.
The TOAST classification system demonstrated good interobserver agreement.
Facilitated accurate reporting of treatment responses across stroke subtypes.
Encouraged standardization in clinical trials assessing acute ischemic stroke interventions.

Adams et al. (1993) studied this question.

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