The beneficial effect of combining neurology and stroke services

Conclusion We demonstrated that patients presenting with acute neurological symptoms may benefit from early review by a neurology specialist doctor. Rapid and accurate identification and treatment of patients with stroke and non-stroke diagnoses, which are often eminently treatable, ensures that both groups receive the correct treatment and that unnecessary medication and admission is avoided.
Source: Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry - Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Tags: Epilepsy and seizures, Headache (including migraine), Stroke, Ear, nose and throat/otolaryngology ABN Annual Meeting, 17-19 May 2016, The Brighton Centre, Brighton Source Type: research