Ischaemic stroke (acute) - alteplase
Alteplase for the treatment of acute ischaemic stroke
Summary
Alteplase is recommended as a possible treatment for people with an acute ischaemic stroke if it is given:
- by a doctor with training and experience in managing acute strokes
- in hospitals with the staff and equipment needed to allow it to be used safely and properly.
Guidance documents
Implementing this guidance
We will consult on our review plans for this guidance in April 2010
About this guidance
Technology appraisals TA122
Issued: June 2007
