What are the outcomes of decompressive hemicraniectomy for malignant middle cerebral artery infarction in patients older than 70 years old?
According to a study by Yu et al., the outcomes of decompressive hemicraniectomy for malignant middle cerebral artery infarction in patients older than 70 years old were found to be favorable. They found that decompressive hemicraniectomy led to improved functional outcomes and survival rates in this population. However, they also noted that these outcomes varied depending on the patient's age, severity of the stroke, and other factors.