Abstract

Stroke units have been shown to improve the outcome of individuals admitted to hospital with acute stroke when compared with standard care in hospitals. This improvement is seen in mortality, discharge destination and disability levels. The cost effectiveness and the precise intervention that improves the outcome in such units is not certain; however, a coordinated, multidisciplinary approach by professionals with an interest in stroke is clearly superior to other forms of acute stroke treatment.

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