There may be a way to extend the window of time for reversing a stroke, Traditionally, the endrovascular retrieval and removing of a clot had to be done within 6 hours after a patient falls ill. But results released today from the New England Journal of Medicine show that some stroke sufferers can receive benefit within 24 hours. Study results just released today by the New England Journal of Medicine show that a combination of special brain imaging and - restoration of blood flow - help to identify stroke sufferers who can receive benefit for up to 24 hours. Dr. Dileep R. Yagavell of the University of Miami says “The extension of the window from six hours to 24 hours is earth-shattering. So many more people will be able to receive treatment.” For more click here.