This observational study is designed to evaluate and compare the recovery outcomes of patients who have experienced their first acute stroke. Specifically, it looks at how receiving care in a specialized Stroke Unit compares to receiving care in a conventional hospital neurology ward. Researchers will observe 140 adult patients admitted to Assiut University Hospital within 48 hours of their stroke symptoms starting. Patients will be observed in two distinct groups of 70 based on their admission setting: * Stroke Unit Care: Patients in this group receive care from a specialized, multi-professional team (including vascular neurologists, stroke nurses, neuro-physiotherapists, and clinical pharmacists). They undergo continuous heart and vital sign monitoring for the first 24 to 48 hours, participate in early physical activity protocols, and follow strict guidelines for swallowing checks, temperature control, and blood sugar management. * Conventional Ward Care: Patients in this group receive standard medical care and general nursing management. Their vital signs are checked during routine shifts, and physical therapy is provided only when specifically requested on a case-by-case basis. The study will track the patients' progress by measuring their independence in daily activities, physical disability levels, and cognitive (thinking) skills. Assessments will happen when they are discharged from the hospital, and then again at 2 weeks, 1 month, 2 months, and 3 months after they go home to evaluate their overall recovery, complications, and mortality rates.
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Degree of Functional Dependence Using the Barthel Index
Timeframe: Baseline (on admission)
Degree of Functional Dependence Using the Barthel Index
Timeframe: 2 weeks post-discharge
Degree of Functional Dependence Using the Barthel Index
Timeframe: 1 month post-discharge
Degree of Functional Dependence Using the Barthel Index
Timeframe: 2 month post-discharge
Degree of Functional Dependence Using the Barthel Index
Timeframe: 3 month post-discharge