Scottish Stroke Care Audit

 
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Welcome to the Scottish Stroke Care Audit Website

Stroke is the third commonest cause of death in Scotland and the most common cause of severe physical disability amongst adults. The Scottish Executive has identified stroke care as a priority. Research on stroke care has advanced enormously in recent years. Implementing these advances in Scottish hospitals is seen as crucial to improving outcomes after stroke.

The 2009 National Report on Stroke Services in Scottish Hospital, Data relating to 2007-2008 was published on 29 September 2009. The full report, Executive Summary and support tables are available here, or via the downloads page.

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 The Scottish Stroke Care Audit (SSCA) is currently funded by Information Services Division of NHS Scotland to support the implementation of such advances. Previous funders include NHS QIS and the Scottish Government Health Department. The Audit is now an integral support for the care provided by every Scottish NHS Board. The NHS Boards use the Audit to evaluate their stroke care against National Standards and to drive improvements.