SIGN Guidelines
The Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network (SIGN) was formed to help improve the quality of health care for patients in Scotland. They assist in reducing variation in practice and outcomes, through the development and dissemination of national clinical guidelines. These contain recommendations for effective practice based on current evidence. Click links below for further information.
- SIGN 108: Management of patients with Stroke or TIA: Assessment, investigation, immediate management and secondary prevention
- SIGN 118: Management of patients with Stroke: Rehabilitation, prevention and management of complications and discharge planning
Scottish Stroke Care Audit (SSCA)
The SSCA is an integral support for the stroke care provided by every Scottish NHS Board. The NHS Boards use the Audit to evaluate their stroke care against National Standards and to drive improvements. Please click link above for local information and data.