VISSIT
(2015)Objective
To evaluate the safety and efficacy of balloon-expandable stents in patients with symptomatic intracranial stenosis.
Study Summary
• Stenting led to a significantly higher risk of stroke compared to medical therapy alone..
Intervention
Balloon-expandable stent vs. Medical Therapy.
Inclusion Criteria
Patients with symptomatic 70-99% intracranial stenosis within past 30 days.
Study Design
Arms: Stenting vs. Medical Therapy
Patients per Arm: Stenting: 59, Medical Therapy: 53
Outcome
• 1-year Stroke: 36% in Stenting vs. 15% in Medical Therapy..