🧠 FAST-ED Score (LVO Screen)
Screen for large-vessel occlusion with the FAST-ED score.
FAST-ED Score (LVO Screen)
Facial palsy
Arm weakness
Speech changes
Eye deviation
Denial/neglect
When to use
Identify candidates for transfer to a thrombectomy-capable centre.
How it works
Facial palsy (0–1), arm weakness (0–2), speech (0–2), eye deviation (0–2), neglect (0–2); total 0–9. ≥ 4 suggests LVO.
Key points
- ≥ 4 suggests anterior LVO amenable to thrombectomy.
- Derived from NIHSS items predictive of LVO.
- Use alongside vascular imaging and transfer protocols.
References
Decision support for licensed clinicians only; not a substitute for clinical judgement, diagnosis or local protocols.