Implementing a Publically Funded Regional Telestroke Network (P1.279)

Conclusions:The NZ based regional telestroke pilot resulted in dramatic improvements in out-of hours thrombolysis access for non-metropolitan based stroke patients. Upon pilot completion a regionally funded service will ensure long-term sustainability and encourage active use of the telestroke service to maximise patient benefit.Study Supported by: New Zealand Ministry of HealthDisclosure: Dr. Ranta has nothing to disclose. Dr. Lanford has nothing to disclose. Dr. Busch has nothing to disclose. Dr. Providence has nothing to disclose. Dr. Iniesta has nothing to disclose. Dr. Richmond has nothing to disclose.

Source: Neurology - April 17, 2017 Category: Neurology Authors: Ranta, A., Lanford, J., Busch, S., Providence, C., Iniesta, I., Richmond, V. Tags: Pre-Hospital Stroke, Tele-Stroke, and mHealth Source Type: research