Factors Associated with Delays in Seeking Treatment for Stroke Care in Veterans

Conclusions: Race appears to be a key factor associated with an increased likelihood of delays in seeking urgent stroke care in veterans. Future studies need to further examine the complex sociodemographic profile of patients who are most likely to delay seeking care for stroke and to develop interventions to reduce the impact of DST.

Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - December 6, 2012 Category: Neurology Authors: Charles Ellis, Rebecca G. Knapp, Gregory E. Gilbert, Leonard E. Egede Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research