Determination of disability and dependence in patients with acute ischemic stroke less than 48 hours, from the Saint John of God Hospital, in 2022

Key Points

• Disability and dependence levels were evaluated within 48 hours of stroke onset, identifying critical outcomes.
• Key findings revealed that a significant percentage of patients exhibited moderate to severe dependency after their strokes.
• Assessment included a thorough neurological evaluation to determine the clinical outcomes post-stroke.
• Findings highlight the importance of early assessment in stroke management; further studies are needed for validation.