From the Guidelines
Patients with stroke complications 3 months to a year after the initial stroke typically require a hospital stay of approximately 30 days, as indicated by the median length of stay for inpatient rehabilitation in Canada 1. The length of hospitalization for stroke complications can vary significantly depending on the individual's needs and the resources available. According to the Canadian stroke best practice recommendations 1, the median length of stay for inpatient rehabilitation is 31 days, with patients gaining a median of 21 points on the Functional Independence Measure (FIM) score. Key factors influencing the length of hospital stay include:
- The severity of the stroke and resulting deficits
- The patient's overall health status and presence of comorbidities
- The specific rehabilitation interventions required
- The availability of resources and services within the healthcare setting It is essential to note that stroke recovery can occur over an extended period, with some patients continuing to make gains many months and even years later 1. Timely initiation of rehabilitation and regular follow-up appointments can help improve patient outcomes and reduce the need for extended hospitalization.
From the Research
Hospital Stay for Stroke Complications
- The length of hospital stay for stroke complications after 3 months to a year after the stroke is not directly addressed in the provided studies 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.
- The studies focus on secondary stroke prevention, physical therapy interventions, occupational therapy practice guidelines, early antithrombotic therapy, and aspirin dosing for stroke prevention and treatment.
- None of the studies provide information on the average hospital stay for stroke complications during the specified time period.
- Therefore, there is no available data to determine the number of days a patient is typically in the hospital for stroke complications after 3 months to a year after the stroke.