Intravenous Thrombolytic Administration

Intravenous thrombolytic administration is the "gold standard" treatment for stroke.

Clot-dissolving medications are effective in dissolving clots and reopening arteries. Because most of the damage caused by an ischemic stroke occurs in the first few hours, clot-dissolving medications are vital in increasing chances for a full recovery.

Intravenous thrombolytic administration can be very effective if performed within three hours after a stroke.