Is length of time in a stroke unit associated with better outcomes for patients with stroke in Australia? An observational study.

Doreen BusingyeMonique F KilkennyTara PurvisJoosup KimSandy MiddletonBruce C V CampbellDominique Ann-Michele Cadilhac

Published in: BMJ open (2018)

Spending at least 90% of time in an SU is a valid measure of stroke care quality as it results in improved patient outcomes. Direct admission to SUs is warranted.

Keyphrases

atrial fibrillation
healthcare
emergency department
quality improvement
palliative care
cerebral ischemia
metabolic syndrome
adipose tissue
insulin resistance
skeletal muscle
pain management
subarachnoid hemorrhage