Commentary on: current status of the credential “mechanical thrombectomy for acute ischaemic stroke” sponsored by the Royal College of Radiologists. What factors are preventing approval of training for non-radiologists to perform MT in the UK?

Abstract

A recent commentary on behalf of UK Neurointerventional Group (UKNG) presented their concerns about the progress of a credential in mechanical thrombectomy.1 Here we consider a broader perspective about the purpose and need for this credential and the implications of further delay to its implementation.