Apollo Hospitals’ enhances 4.5-Hour Stroke Treatment with Advanced Stroke Care Network 24×7*Over 1.80 Million New Cases Reported Annually in India Raise Concerns

Chennai, 29th October 2024: On World Stroke Day 2024, Apollo Hospitals Chennai reaffirms its commitment to addressing the growing burden of stroke in India, where cases have surged alarmingly from 1.25 million in 2021 to approximately 1.8 million in 2023 (according to ISA). Apollo Hospitals remains dedicated to enhancing awareness, early intervention, and comprehensive stroke care to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.
Timely intervention within the first 4.5 hours, known as the “golden hour,” is critical in minimizing stroke-related disability and improving patient outcomes. Apollo Hospitals Chennai leverages state-of-the-art robotic technology, AI-enhanced diagnostic tools, and a multidisciplinary team of experts to treat stroke patients quickly and effectively. In patients with large vessel blockage thrombectomy may be useful upto 24 hrs after stroke onset. This comprehensive approach provides patients with the best chance of recovery, reducing complications and enhancing their quality of life.
Apollo Hospital’s Stroke Network offers a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to stroke care, ensuring that every patient receives timely and precise treatment. The network comprises an integrated chain of hospitals equipped with 24/7 emergency services, AI-enhanced diagnostic facilities, and advanced imaging techniques, such as CT and MRI perfusion studies, to support fast and accurate diagnosis and to choose the ideal treatment such as Thrombolysis and Thrmombectomy. A specialized team, including neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuro intervention specialists, and critical care intensivists, collaborates to deliver tailored, multidisciplinary care. The network also provides robust neuro rehabilitation services designed to aid in long-term recovery and improve patients’ quality of life post-stroke, addressing both physical and emotional needs to support comprehensive healing.
Dr. Srinivasan Paramasivam, said, “A stroke can have devastating impact, not only for patients but for their families as well. At Apollo, we understand the urgency and precision needed in stroke care. Our multidisciplinary team is equipped with advanced technology to provide immediate, life-saving treatment. By focusing on early intervention, we are committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for our patients.”
Dr. Arul Selvan said, “Stroke care has evolved significantly over the years, and so have our capabilities. Our dedicated team and cutting-edge facilities ensure patients receive comprehensive care, from diagnosis through rehabilitation, ultimately improving long-term recovery outcomes.”
In addition to emergency intervention, Apollo Hospitals Chennai offers specialized neuro rehabilitation services to help stroke survivors regain independence and enhance their quality of life. Tailored rehabilitation programs, supported by neuro rehabilitation specialists, address each patient’s specific needs, helping them recover lost functions, improve mobility, and achieve a higher standard of post-stroke life.
As a leader in neurology and stroke care, Apollo Hospitals Chennai remains committed to pushing the boundaries of stroke management, setting new benchmarks for healthcare in India, and supporting the global fight against stroke.
About Apollo Hospitals:
It was in 1983, that Dr Prathap C Reddy made a pioneering endeavor by launching India’s first corporate hospital – Apollo Hospitals in Chennai. Now, as Asia’s foremost trusted integrated healthcare group, its presence includes over 12,000 beds across 72 Hospitals and 5000 pharmacies, over 400 Primary Care clinics and 1228 Diagnostic centres, 700 plus Teleclinics, over 15 medical education centres and a Research Foundation with a focus on global Clinical Trials. The most recent investment was the commissioning of South East Asia’s very first Proton Therapy Centre in Chennai.
Every four days, the Apollo Hospitals Group touches a million lives, in its mission to bring healthcare of international standards within the reach of every individual. In a rare honour, the Government of India had issued a commemorative stamp in recognition of Apollo’s contribution, the first for a healthcare organization. Apollo Hospitals Chairman, Dr Prathap C Reddy, was conferred with the prestigious Padma Vibhushan in 2010.
For 40 years, the Apollo Hospitals Group has continuously excelled and maintained leadership in medical innovation, world-class clinical services and cutting-edge technology. Its hospitals are consistently ranked amongst the best hospitals in the country for advanced medical services.