Telemedicine remote controlled stroke evaluation and treatment, the experience of radiographers, paramedics and junior doctors in a novel rural stroke management team

Abstract Background In the case of ischemic stroke, access to a Computed Tomography (CT) scanner and the start of thrombolytic therapy immediately is imperative. Transport to the nearest hospital from the remote, rural area of Hallingdal in Norway entails a 2–3 h drive. The local medical centre in t...

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Main Authors: Elin Kjelle, Aud Mette Myklebust
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-06-01
Series:BMC Health Services Research
Subjects:
CT
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12913-021-06591-1