Abstract T MP36: Association Of Thrombelastographic Parameters With Subsequent Ischemic Events After Intra/extracranial Stenting

Background and Purpose: Thrombelastography (TEG) is widely used for the measurement of platelet function. However, few studies have investigated the TEG parameters in patients receiving extracranial or intracranial stenting for ischemic cerebrovascular disease. This pilot study sought to describe the association of TEG parameters before procedure with post -procedural ischemic events after extracranial or intracranial stenting. Methods: This was an institutional review board-approved prospective cohort study. Patients who had stenting performed for extracranial or intracranial stenosis (70%-99%) were recruited into the study. Blood samples were obtained for TEG to assess the platelet function before stenting. The primary end point was ischemic stroke or transient ischemic attack in the territory of the stented artery. Results: A total of 218 patients were included in this study. During a mean follow up period of 132 days (98-226 days), 18 (8.26%, 18/218) primary end point events were recorded. Compared wi...