Health Economic & Implementation Determinants of Prehospital Stroke Triage Tools: A Systematic Review.
Nadja Alexandrov, Durk-Jouke van der Zee, Maud B R C Eurlings et al.
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In 30 seconds
This systematic review evaluated health economic outcomes and implementation determinants of prehospital triage tools for suspected ischaemic stroke patients. Among 31 studies analyzed, 68% demonstrated high reporting quality. The review found that most prehospital triage tools are cost-effective, with positive cost-effectiveness results reported in 11 studies, although sustained implementation evidence is limited.
Key findings
- 68% of the included studies demonstrated high reporting quality.
- 11 studies reported positive cost-effectiveness results for prehospital triage tools.
- Barriers to implementation included innovation complexity and workflow compatibility.
- Evidence on sustained implementation of these tools remains limited.
Why it matters
Understanding the economic and implementation aspects of prehospital stroke triage tools is crucial for optimizing patient outcomes and resource allocation in emergency care settings. Effective triage can lead to faster treatment and improved recovery for stroke patients.