Summary Summary Short summary of a recent publication, written by scientific experts. Published: 28 Oct 2019

Worse outcomes associated with readmission to a different hospital following acute stroke

Takeaway

  • Readmission to a hospital other than the discharge hospital ≤30 days following acute ischemic stroke (AIS) is associated with poorer patient and health system outcomes.

Why this matters

    Understanding factors related to stroke outcomes will improve the quality of stroke care and transitions of care, leading to lower rates of readmission and improved patient outcomes.