The Merci retriever. A, Baseline angiogram demonstrates complete occlusion of the right ICA terminus (black arrow). B, Posttreatment angiogram demonstrates complete reperfusion of the right ICA territory after 1 pass of the Merci L6 device. C, Native images demonstrate the Merci retriever (white arrow) and the balloon-guide catheter (inflated balloon, black arrow). D, Thrombus retrieved from the right ICA terminus with the Merci device (black arrow).