Abstract WP242: An International Survey of Progressive Stroke System Processes

Introduction: Understanding of high performing stroke systems can help development of regional stroke systems of care and bring meaningful system improvement. We sought to evaluate the current state of advanced systems worldwide to inform the development of a large-scale regional system of care improvement program. Methods: An 81 question, internet-based survey was developed to obtain information on current practices in large and progressive stroke systems. Data was collected from January 2017 - May 2017. Advanced stroke systems were identified by prior knowledge and colleague input. A total of 22 stroke centers from Europe and North America were invited to participate. The survey included questions encompassing center demographics, staffing, acute stroke code processes, Endovascular therapy (EVT) processes, EMS systems, stroke IT, telestroke use, transfer of patients, post-acute patient management and system feedback. Data analysis was conducted using REDCap internal analytic tools; simple counts and ave...