USMLE® Step 2 CK · Neurology & Special Senses · Topic NEURO-STROKE-02
Acute ischemic stroke — tPA & thrombectomy eligibility
Acute ischemic stroke — tPA & thrombectomy eligibility (NEURO-STROKE-02) in USMLE® Step 2 CK Neurology & Special Senses (USMLE® Step 2 CK Review Book p. 575). Guideline basis: 2026 AHA/ASA Guideline for the Early Management of Acute Ischemic Stroke (supersedes 2019 update). Covers: Initial recognition & imaging, IV alteplase eligibility & BP management, Mechanical thrombectomy for large vessel occlusion, Post-stroke antithrombotics & early management. Practice 48 QuestionBank questions, ChartWalk bedside clinical algorithms, FlashCards, and ImageBank on TheCodexes.com. Understand beyond your boards.
- Topic Code
- NEURO-STROKE-02
- Chapter
- Neurology & Special Senses
- Review Book Page
- p. 575
- QuestionBank Items
- 48 questions
Primary Guideline / Source: 2026 AHA/ASA Guideline for the Early Management of Acute Ischemic Stroke (supersedes 2019 update)
Key Clinical Sections
- Initial recognition & imaging
- IV alteplase eligibility & BP management
- Mechanical thrombectomy for large vessel occlusion
- Post-stroke antithrombotics & early management