Perception Of Stroke Symptoms And Utilization Of Emergency Medical Systems In Argentina (P7.132)

CONCLUSIONS:These results suggest a low level of stroke symptoms awareness in our country even in a population of middle/high socioeconomic level. The role and procedures of EMS in Argentina should be revised as early arrival and treatment appear to be associated with no utilization of them.Study Supported by:Disclosure: Dr. Hawkes has nothing to disclose. Dr. Calandri has nothing to disclose. Dr. Farez has received personal compensation for activities with Merck Serono. Dr. Farez has received research support from Novartis. Dr. Arena has nothing to disclose. Dr. Pujol Lereis has nothing to disclose. Dr. Ameriso has nothing to disclose.

Source: Neurology - April 9, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Hawkes, M., Calandri, I., Farez, M., Arena, J., Pujol Lereis, V., Ameriso, S. Tags: Cerebrovascular Disease and Interventional Neurology: Barriers and Opportunities in Acute Stroke Treatment Source Type: research