#TelestrokeTuesday: Roberto's Lifesaving Airlift to a Comprehensive Stroke Center 🚁
It is easy to see the appeal of living in a rural area...the peace and quiet, rustic beauty, and fresh air are just some of the pros. Yet, for all its peace and serenity, rural living comes with certain stark realities, particularly when it comes to medical emergencies.
For 68-year-old Roberto, a man with atrial fibrillation and on anticoagulation therapy, this was his reality. Despite being on Eliquis, Roberto suffered a significant stroke, characterized by dense left-sided weakness and a right gaze deviation.
🚁 Rapid Airlift to Care
Due to the time-sensitive nature of strokes, the stakes were incredibly high. Thankfully, despite being in a rural area, Roberto was able to be airlifted in time to a large Comprehensive Stroke Center (CSC). This swift action was crucial, as the local hospital was not equipped to take care of patients with severe strokes.
🧠 Access to Expert Care
After a consult and diagnosis from a virtual neurologist, Roberto underwent emergent endovascular therapy (EVT), a procedure that successfully achieved TICI 2C reperfusion, greatly improving blood flow to the affected area of his brain. Post-treatment, his NIHSS score improved dramatically, showcasing a substantial recovery.
🏥 The Importance of Rural Hospital Access
At Sevaro, we envision a future where exceptional neurological care is accessible to every patient with a neurological disorder, regardless of their location. Roberto’s story highlights the vital need for rural hospitals to have access to vascular neurologists and Comprehensive Stroke Centers.
Learn more about how we're making neurological care accessible everywhere by visiting our latest blog post: https://hubs.ly/Q02F0N5y0
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