From: Troponin elevation in acute ischemic stroke (TRELAS) - protocol of a prospective observational trial
Inclusion criteria |
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   1. Acute ischemic stroke, confirmed by cerebral imaging |
   2. Inclusion within ≤ 72 hours after symptom onset |
   3. hsTroponin T ≥0.05 μg/l |
Exclusion criteria |
   1. Impaired renal function (creatinine >1,2 mg/dl) |
   2. Limited life expectancy or premorbid mRS ≥ 4 |
   3. Contraindications for coronary angiography |
   4. Age < 18 years |
   5. Pregnancy |
   6. Patient unwilling to give informed consent |
   7. ST- elevation myocardial infarction |