Source: Synergy News
Date of publication: November 2011
Publication type: Article
In a nutshell: This article considers the three Accelerated Stroke Improvement (ASI) measures that relate directly to radiology and looks at examples of best practice introduced by Trusts across England to meet these targets.
Length of publication: 3 pages
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Source: London Journal of Primary Care March 2011
Date of publication: March 2011
Publication type: Journal Article
In a nutshell: This article presents the experience of healthcare decision-makers who used simulation to better understand the impact of adopting best practice in stroke care, as outlined in the National Stroke Strategy. It describes the process of developing a simulation model and how stakeholders were involved in testing the key questions, which they needed to answer in order to adopt a new commissioning strategy for stroke care.
Length of publication: 6 page article
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Source: NHS Evidence Quality and Productivity
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Date of publication: November 2009
Publication type: Best practice
In a nutshell: Each year there are 16,000 strokes in patients who have atrial fibrillation. Warfarin reduces the risk of stroke by 50-70%, but an estimated 46% of patients who would benefit from anticoagulants are not receiving them. This case study outlines details of savings which have been made to NHS Trusts by identifying patients with atrial fibrillation and preventing stroke.
Length of publication: 7 pages
Some important notes: The case study is based on a project run by the NHS Stroke Improvement Programme.
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Source: NHS Evidence – Quality and Productivity
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Date of publication: November 2009
Publication type: Best practice
In a nutshell: This case study describes how Chief Executives and senior leadership were supported to champion change and improvement in all areas of the stroke pathway. Improvements in quality included reductions in mortality, time spent in A&E and delays in CT scanning. Improvements in productivity included reductions in length of stay and readmissions.
Length of publication: 5 pages
Some important notes: Case study provided by NHS Institute for Innovation and Improvement.
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Source: The Guardian 16th September 2009
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Date of publication: September 2009
Publication type: News Item
In a nutshell: This article outlines the impact which a group of young volunteers had on Speechmakers, a long-term care group for stroke sufferers.
Some Important Notes: CSV (community service volunteers) website
Length of publication: 1 page new item
Acknowledgement: Fade Library Blog
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