Why does delayed thrombolysis treatment worsen outcomes after ischemic stroke?

💡 Explanation

Delayed thrombolysis can worsen outcomes because the ischemic penumbra undergoes irreversible damage as the duration of ischemia increases; therefore, reperfusion following prolonged ischemia leads to increased free radical production and inflammatory responses, exacerbating the initial damage rather than providing neuroprotection.

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