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Establishing a successful acute stroke service requires navigating challenges to provide evidence-based care. This guide outlines 12 key steps for physicians and managers to improve patient access to stroke units and thrombolytic therapy.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Public Health
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • Evidence-based acute stroke care, including intravenous thrombolytic therapy and dedicated stroke units, has variable global availability.
  • Physicians face numerous challenges when establishing new acute stroke services.
  • Patient access to effective stroke care remains inconsistent, even in developed nations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a practical framework for setting up sustainable and successful acute stroke services.
  • To identify key steps and potential barriers in establishing acute stroke care.
  • To share experiences from three countries to guide implementation.

Main Methods:

  • The study proposes 12 essential steps derived from practical experience in establishing acute stroke services across three countries.
  • It examines common barriers encountered during service implementation.
  • Historical examples of slow adoption of evidence-based interventions are reviewed.

Main Results:

  • Twelve key steps are proposed: identify building blocks, understand funding, forge partnerships, engage managers, obtain training, be inclusive, adapt locally, maintain clinical focus, be incremental, leverage enthusiasm, lead, and provide feedback.
  • Specific barriers to establishing stroke services are discussed.
  • Examples illustrate challenges in adopting evidence-based stroke interventions.

Conclusions:

  • An acute stroke service is evidence-based and cost-effective.
  • Implementing the proposed 12 steps can maximize the chances of establishing a successful and sustainable acute stroke service.
  • Addressing implementation challenges is crucial for improving patient access to timely and effective stroke care.