Improving Subarachnoid Haemorrhage Care
A report from the National Confidential Enquiry into Patient Outcome and Death on the care of patients with aneurysmal subarachnoid haemorrhage (aSAH) has found that, while many people receive high-quality care, there is substantial room for improvement. aSAH is a relatively uncommon condition and patients can experience delays in diagnosis, investigation and receiving appropriate drug and interventional treatment.
Author Catherine Lamb is senior staff nurse in neuro intensive care, John Radcliffe Hospital