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May 8, 2026European Stroke JournalOpen Access

Abstract Number: Esoc2026a1681 Impact of a Regional Stroke Hotline System on Inter-Hospital Transfer Efficiency and Treatment Utilization

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JSJung Hwa SeoDong-A University Hospital DKDae-Hyun KimDong-A University Hospital CJCha JkYonsei University

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Retrospective analysis shows improved transfer efficiency and increased therapy use for ischemic stroke in a regional care network, suggesting beneficial outcomes.

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To evaluate the impact of a regional stroke hotline system on inter-hospital transfer efficiency and treatment utilization for stroke patients.
Retrospective study of stroke patients transferred from a regional hospital to a comprehensive stroke center from May 2021 to July 2025.
Patients categorized into pre-implementation (May 2021–February 2024) and post-implementation (March 2024–July 2025) groups.
Comparison of transfer intervals and treatment patterns, with subgroup analyses for ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke.
Pre-transfer hotline consultations increased significantly after implementation.
Ischemic stroke patients experienced improved transfer efficiency, with reduced door-in–door-out times and door-in to final hospital times.
Increased utilization of endovascular therapy and bridging therapy was observed for ischemic strokes, indicating better access to reperfusion therapies.

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Seo et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69fd7e00bfa21ec5bbf0627f https://doi.org/10.1093/esj/aakag023.1633

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Retrospective analysis shows improved transfer efficiency and increased therapy use for ischemic stroke in a regional care network, suggesting beneficial outcomes.

Abstract Number: Esoc2026a1681 Impact of a Regional Stroke Hotline System on Inter-Hospital Transfer Efficiency and Treatment Utilization

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