The Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna has covered cashless stroke treatment of 914 patients, which is worth Rs 4.15 crore in the last six months, highlighting the role of Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna in addressing neurological emergencies in Punjab.
All of them were for acute stroke and acute ischemic stroke, according to State Health Agency (SHA) data. The number of cases of hemorrhagic stroke was smaller but the cost of the treatment was considerably higher because of the required complexity of the treatment of these diseases. 48 cases of AIS were identified, where treatment cost was high, exceeding Rs 14.27 lakh.
A significant portion of the cost went towards advanced diagnostics like computed tomography scans and magnetic resonance imaging scans as well as critical interventions like blood transfusions, and intensive monitoring in severe cases, officials said.
“Financial difficulties should never pose a hindrance during emergencies as in life-threatening situations, such as stroke, these matters must undergo emergency treatment first and then the necessary arrangements must be made for follow-up treatment,” said Punjab Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh.
He stressed the importance of every minute matters in a stroke and timely intervention in medical care makes a lot of difference on survival and recovery.
Also, Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon Dr Harman Sobti pointed to the need to ensure timely detection and prompt intervention, highlighting how imaging technology and emergency services have revolutionized patient care.
Doctors repeatedly said to call 911 if they have symptoms like weak weakness in one side of the face, trouble speaking or walking, or trouble with one side of their body since they can help avoid permanent brain damage and disability if they are treated early enough.