Acute Type A aortic dissection is one of the most urgent and life-threatening medical emergencies. It demands precise and timely diagnosis, rapid transfer to a specialist centre, and immediate surgical intervention. However, a recent national audit published by the...
The General Medical Council (GMC) and leading healthcare charities are working together to transform medical education by amplifying the patient voice. Medical students – tomorrow’s doctors – are being trained to deliver compassionate, patient-centred care...
The latest instalment of the AortaEd webinar series, Aortic Dissection Patient Safety and the Future, offered an in-depth exploration of critical strategies, systemic improvements, and technological advances aimed at enhancing patient safety in aortic dissection care....
Managing blood pressure is a critical component of care for individuals living with or recovering from an aortic dissection. High blood pressure is one of the most significant risk factors for aortic dissection and can increase strain on the aorta, potentially leading...
We are thrilled to welcome Dr Jill Madine as the new Chair of the Research Advisory Group (RAG) at The Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust. With a background in biochemistry and a passion for aortic disease research, Jill’s leadership marks an exciting chapter for our...
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