Is primary care a neglected piece of the jigsaw in ensuring optimal stroke care? Results of a national study

Source: BMC Family Practice 2009 Apr; 10 (27)

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Date of publication: April 2009

Publication type: Journal Article

In a nutshell: This study provides details of a national survey undertaken to determine current resources and needs for optimal stroke prevention and care in general practice. GP’s were questioned on topics such as practice organisation, primary prevention, acute management, secondary prevention, long-term care and rehabilitation. The study concludes that general practices are not fulfilling their potential in providing stroke prevention and long-term management. 

Length of publication: 6 page article