Stroke Units and Stroke Services in Germany
- 1 March 2003
- journal article
- Published by S. Karger AG in Cerebrovascular Diseases
- Vol. 15 (Suppl. 1) , 8-10
- https://doi.org/10.1159/000068212
Abstract
Background/Objectives: The German stroke units are sub-intensive units with the possibility of continuous monitoring of vital parameters. This is the main difference to Scandinavian and British non-intensive combined acute and rehabilitation stroke units. Germany has 56 regional and 50 local stroke units, and standards differ between them. Nearly 30% of all strokes in Germany are treated in these units. The German stroke units are cost intensive and unfortunately their effectiveness has not been proven yet.Keywords
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