Burden of stroke in Italy: An economic model highlights savings arising from reduced disability following thrombolysis

ConclusionOur study reveals that performing thrombolytic therapy in eligible patients improves economic outcomes compared with patients receiving standard care. This model is useful for decision makers, both within and outside of the Italian national context, as a tool to assess the cost‐effectiveness of thrombolysis in both short‐ and long‐term period.

Source: International Journal of Stroke - April 8, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: M. Chiumente, M. M. Gianino, D. Minniti, T. J. Mattei, B. Spass, K. M. Kamal, D. E. Zimmerman, A. Muca, E. Luda Tags: Research Source Type: research