Stroke: improving transfer of care pathways
GM, 36, November, 2006
While the management of stroke care has improved, there are still lapses in communication
between primary and secondary settings – leaving many patients with a feeling of
‘abandonment’ when they leave hospital. The National Sentinel Audit of Stroke conducted
a survey of services and in response to their fi ndings developed the Stroke Transfer of Care
document for clinicians. Dr Anthony Rudd reviews its development, practical value and use.
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