Aortic Dissection occurs when there is a partial tear in the aortic wall.
It is a time critical-medical emergency that without diagnosis and treatment, is often fatal.
When diagnosed and treated on time it has a better than 80% survival rate.
Those who do survive require specialised follow-up and monitoring.
For some patients with aortic dissection, there is a hereditary cause. Relatives of such patients should be screened to ensure that they are not at risk.
The diagnosis, follow-up and screening of patients with aortic dissection are not consistent.
Help us to drive the change to improve patient outcomes
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of those suffering from an aortic dissection are misdiagnosed
people per year lose their lives from aortic dissection in the UK
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of maternal deaths from cardiovascular causes are due to aortic dissection
lives could be saved per week with the correct diagnosis
My mother attended A&E with every single symptom of Aortic Dissection. She was told she had food poisoning. 9 hours later she passed away at the age of 55.
The lack of AD knowledge, management, and skills is simply inadequate and change needs to happen.
My 17 year old son died from an undiagnosed Aortic Dissection. This can happen to the very young too.
We need to ensure that A&E doctors are trained to look for and understand the signs of an Aortic Dissection.
How you can help
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Our Mission
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Educate Medical Professionals
Facilitate education for medical professionals and patients in the UK & Ireland across the patient pathway
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Change Healthcare Policy
Work with those who are responsible for healthcare policy in the UK & Ireland to ensure that there is consistency in the provision of diagnosis for acute aortic dissection, specialised follow-up for survivors and access to clinical genetics for relatives
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Research
Promote medical research into the detection, prevention and treatment of aortic dissection
Aortic dissection is a time-sensitive medical emergency that requires immediate treatment. Without proper diagnosis and treatment, it frequently results in death.
Patient Resources
Guiding you on your journey following an aortic dissection. Free online resources for families and those who have or are at risk of aortic dissection.
Primary Care Field Guide
Supporting multi-disciplinary teams of GPs, nurses, pharmacists & other healthcare professionals involved in cardiovascular disease care.
HCP Resources
Free open access AortaEd resources for healthcare professionals interested in expanding their knowledge and skills in this crucial area.
In Collaboration With
The Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust
Registered charity in the UK No. 1191420
Registered charity in Scotland No. SC051517
PO Box 812, Hope Valley, Chesterfield S40 9QY
© 2023 All Rights Reserved
The information and materials on this site are for general information purposes only. This site is not designed to provide individual medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you have any concerns, please speak to your GP. If you believe you have a medical emergency, call 999 immediately.
The information and materials on this site are for general information purposes only. This site is not designed to provide individual medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you have any concerns, please speak to your GP. If you believe you have a medical emergency, call 999 immediately.
The Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust
Registered charity in the UK No. 1191420
Registered charity in Scotland No. SC051517
PO Box 812, Hope Valley, Chesterfield S40 9QY
©
2023
All Rights Reserved