When a stroke happens, minutes matter. If caught quickly, a minimally invasive procedure called a thrombectomy may be an option. It removes large blood clots directly from the brain’s vessels using a catheter and it can mean the difference between lifelong disability and real-time recovery. Dr. Matthew Smith explains how the expert stroke teams at the UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute use this advanced treatment to give patients the best possible chance at recovery. | UC Health

1 in 4 of us will have a stroke in our lifetime, but most strokes can be prevented. Here are some simple steps you can take to reduce your stroke risk. Find out more about stroke risk and prevention at www.worldstrokecampaign.org | World Stroke Campaign