Stroke patients need time-critical treatment before irreversible brain damage occurs (IMAGE)

University of Birmingham

Stroke patients need time-critical treatment before irreversible brain damage occurs

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In the UK, full assessment usually takes place at a Hyperacute Stroke Unit and followed by transfer to a specialist neuroscience unit for treatment. This transfer can add at least an hour to the treatment pathway.

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