Temporal Trends of Ambulance Times for Suspected Stroke/Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Ireland: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Abstract:Introduction:International reports suggest there have been prehospital delays for time-sensitive emergencies like stroke and TIA during the COVID-19 pandemic. The aim was to investigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on ambulance times and emergency call volume for adults with suspected stroke and TIA in Ireland.Method:We conducted a retrospective cohort study of patients ≥ 18 years with suspected stroke/TIA, based on data from the National Ambulance Service. We included all cases assigned code 28 (suspec… Show more
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