a notable trendp = 0.05
There was a notable trend toward a lower risk of early sICH (13% vs. 38%, p = 0.05), a milder neurological deficit (median NIHSS at 7 days: 6 vs. 9, p = 0.12), and better functional outcomes at 12 months (mRS 0–2: 70% vs. 48%, p = 0.1).