Publications by authors named "Stephanie Yoakum"
Background And Purpose: Though Event Monitors (EM) and Implantable Loop Recorders (ILR) are prevalent in stroke workups, complex processes to obtain placement of these device might result in delays. Our aim was to determine if the CONNECT (Coordinating Options for Neurovascular patients Needing Electrophysiology Consults and Treatments) pathway could improve Stroke-to-Electrophysiology (EP) communications, increase EM and ILR device placements prior to discharge, shorten placement time, and preserve satisfaction.
Methods: We assessed device placements when an EP consult was obtained [Pre-CONNECT (5/1/21-4/30/22), CONNECT (5/1/22-4/30/23)] for patients with stroke.