ArticleFrontiers in neurology2025
Early identification of stroke symptoms and risk factors using the BE FAST method: benefits of early intervention in high-risk populations.
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- Acute Ischemic Stroke in 2026: From Time to Penumbra-An Updated Narrative Review of Reperfusion Strategies with a Latin American Implementation Perspective.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Review
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Background: Timely recognition of stroke symptoms is essential for optimizing treatment and improving outcomes. The BE FAST (Balance, Eyes, Face, Arms, Speech, Time) mnemonic is a practical tool designed to enhance early identification of stroke in community and clinical settings. This study aimed to evaluate the clinical impact of implementing the BE FAST method in high-risk populations presenting with suspected acute stroke. Method: This retrospective cohort study included 433 patients who presented with acute stroke symptoms between January 2020 and December 2023. Patients were divided into two groups: those assessed using the BE FAST method ( Results: Patients in the BE FAST group had significantly shorter median time from symptom onset to hospital arrival (82 min vs. 141 min, Conclusion: The use of the BE FAST method significantly improves early stroke recognition, facilitates timely intervention, and is associated with better clinical outcomes in high-risk populations. Widespread implementation of this tool in both pre-hospital and clinical settings may enhance stroke care pathways and reduce disability and mortality.
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