MRI-Derived Pressure Ratio: a Novel Noninvasive Hemodynamic Biomarker for Stroke Risk Stratification in Intracranial Atherosclerotic Stenosis
Intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis (ICAS) carries substantial stroke risk despite optimal medical treatment. Current risk stratification relies primarily on stenosis severity, but novel hemodynamic markers may improve prediction. In this multiple prospective registry study we aim to investigate whether regional hemodynamics, measured by a novel Magnetic resonance imaging-derived Pressure Ratio (MPR) technique, are associated with stroke risk in ICAS.
• Adults aged 18 to 80 years.
• Intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis ICAS involving a culprit artery in the anterior circulation.
• Intracranial arterial stenosis of 50% to 99% as measured by the WASID method using TCD, CTA, MRA, or DSA.
• Written informed consent obtained from the participant or a legal representative.