Lives could be saved with access to clot-buster device: expert

By Rania Spooner
Updated May 14 2016 - 10:33am, first published May 2 2016 - 5:50pm
A close-up of the new device used to remove blood clots. Photo: Supplied
A close-up of the new device used to remove blood clots. Photo: Supplied

Expanding access to a revolutionary stroke treatment that has improved the quality of life of survivors would mean many more would be able to live independently again, a medical expert says.