Stroke Training and Awareness Resources (STARs)


The patient experience and conclusion

Before completing this module on hyperacute treatment including thrombolysis and thrombectomy we suggest you listen to John’s experience of having a stroke, and receiving thrombolysis.

John’s experience of having a stroke

Clip duration: 1 min 59 seconds


The consultants description of his assessment and treatment, and John’s recollection of this

Clip duration: 5 mins 16 seconds

  • receiving thrombolysis therapy
  • immediate care following thrombolysis

John’s recovery

Clip duration: 2 mins 11 seconds