Deciphering the contextual barriers to mainstreaming the implementation of stroke thrombolysis in a Ghanaian hospital: Findings from the activate mixed-methods study

Stroke is a significant global health concern, with the majority of stroke-related deaths and disability occurring in Low-middle-income-countries (LMICs), where acute stroke care is subpar.1 The provision of timely and effective acute stroke management is crucial for improving outcomes. Ideally, acute stroke care should be provided by a comprehensive stroke center capable of performing thrombolysis and mechanical thrombectomy.2 However, the reality in LMICs, including Ghana, is that very few facilities meet these recommended standards.

Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - October 20, 2023 Category: Neurology Authors: Priscilla Abrafi Opare-Addo, Chris Oppong, Rexford Adu Gyamfi, Minas Aikins, Lawrence Nsohlebna Nsoh, Serwaa Asare-Bediako, Emmanuel Attafuah, Kofi Sarfo, Augustine Kwakye Sampah, Jonathan Boakye Yiadom, Fred Stephen Sarfo Source Type: research