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R ecanalization is the primary focus during the first hours after onset of ischemic stroke.However, preservation or neuroprotection of ischemic brain tissue by other means, prevention of stroke complications such as pneumonia and deep venous thrombosis, maximization of neural function of the surviving brain, and the start of therapies to prevent recurrent stroke are also important treatment goals.Part II of this review of acute stroke therapy focuses on these important elements of stroke care.
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