When people think of Phyathai 1 Hospital, one area of medical excellence that often comes to mind is stroke care. The hospital is not only recognized for its experienced team of neurologists and nurses, but also for its dedicated Stroke Center, which specializes in the treatment and rehabilitation of stroke patients.
So, what makes this center exceptional—and why should stroke patients choose it? Here are the answers.
Excellence in Stroke Center Performance
The quality and effectiveness of a stroke center are often measured by the rate of post-treatment complications and long-term patient outcomes. After the acute stage of a stroke, some patients may continue to experience residual disabilities—for example, in cases where a hemorrhagic stroke requires surgery but the patient still suffers impairments, or where surgery is not an option at all.
For these patients, rehabilitation through physical therapy becomes essential. Phyathai 1 Hospital offers a fully equipped Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Center, with a strong emphasis on restoring function for stroke patients. As a result, approximately 60% of stroke patients are able to regain independence in their daily activities.
Outstanding Patient Care Approach
What truly sets the Stroke Center at Phyathai 1 Hospital apart is its round-the-clock multidisciplinary care team. Patients receive continuous monitoring and support 24 hours a day by skilled physicians and nurses.
The hospital also offers advanced stroke intervention techniques, including mechanical thrombectomy (clot retrieval), and post-stroke rehabilitation aided by robotic-assisted therapy, which enhances upper and lower limb muscle recovery—significantly improving movement and function.
The Ultimate Treatment Goal
For patients experiencing a large vessel occlusion stroke, outcomes vary significantly depending on the treatment received:
- Without treatment, the mortality rate is as high as 70%, with 20% left disabled, and only 10% able to regain independence.
- With intravenous thrombolysis (clot-dissolving medication), the mortality rate drops to 20%, though 50% may still experience disability, while 30% can return to independent living.
- With mechanical thrombectomy (clot retrieval), the outcomes improve dramatically. The mortality rate decreases to only 10%, and 60% of patients can recover enough to resume daily activities independently.
What is Mechanical Thrombectomy?
Mechanical thrombectomy is a minimally invasive endovascular procedure in which a catheter is inserted to physically remove the clot causing the blockage in a cerebral artery. This treatment must be performed within 8 hours of symptom onset and within 8 hours of hospital arrival to be effective.
At Phyathai 1 Hospital, this procedure is available 24 hours a day, supported by a highly skilled medical team and state-of-the-art equipment. This readiness enables the hospital to deliver timely and effective care for stroke patients, significantly improving their chances of recovery.
Choose Phyathai 1 Hospital’s Stroke Center for comprehensive stroke treatment—from emergency intervention to long-term rehabilitation—guided by specialists committed to the best possible outcomes for every patient.
