Patterns and outcomes of weekend admission for acute ischemic stroke

The “weekend effect” describes worse care delivery during off-hours or weekends and has been demonstrated in multiple sub-specialties. Off-hours care for acute ischemic stroke (AIS) has been associated with poorer outcomes. However, there is less data about the “weekend effect” on endovascular t hrombectomy (ET) outcomes.
Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - Category: Neurology Authors: Source Type: research