Geographic inequities in rates of mechical thrombectomy ‘March 2024 show the thrombectomy rate of patients ranges from 1.7% in West Yorkshire and Harrogate to 8.7% in Thames Valley.’ Target rate is 10%. www.theguardian.com/society/2024...

Only 4.3% of stroke patients in England can access life-saving treatment

Mechanical thrombectomy can save a patient from permanent disability or death, but its availability depends on where they live