Patterns in hospital readmissions after ischaemic stroke – An observational study from the Swedish stroke register (Riksstroke)

Abstract

A small number of patients with a high degree of comorbidity accounted for the majority of hospital readmissions after index stroke. Our results highlight the need for further development of strategies to support high-risk comorbid stroke patients in the community setting. Further research describing characteristics and healthcare utilisation patterns in this group is warranted.