Improving stroke care through coordinated emergency response
Trauma Communications Center Coordinated Severity-Based Stroke Triage
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM · NIH-10833152
This study is looking at ways to improve care for stroke patients in Alabama by creating a better system for getting them the right treatment quickly, especially for those with serious strokes, so everyone has a fair chance at receiving advanced help when they need it.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BIRMINGHAM, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10833152 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to enhance stroke care by implementing a coordinated triage system similar to trauma care. It focuses on organizing emergency services to ensure that patients with severe strokes receive timely and appropriate treatment, particularly those with large vessel occlusions. The study will assess the effectiveness of this system in Alabama, aiming to reduce disparities in access to advanced treatments like mechanical thrombectomy. By analyzing data from emergency responses and patient outcomes, the research seeks to improve the overall quality of stroke care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing severe strokes, particularly those in rural or underserved areas of Alabama.
Not a fit: Patients who do not experience severe strokes or those who are not located within the geographic focus of the study may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to faster and more effective treatment for stroke patients, potentially saving lives and improving recovery outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that coordinated trauma systems can significantly improve patient outcomes, suggesting that similar approaches for stroke care may also be effective.
Where this research is happening
BIRMINGHAM, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM — BIRMINGHAM, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GROPEN, TOBY — UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM
- Study coordinator: GROPEN, TOBY
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.