For anyone affected by acute type A aortic dissection, time can determine whether somebody reaches an operating theatre at all. A patient first has to arrive at A&E, their symptoms must raise suspicion of an aortic emergency, appropriate imaging has to take place...
Maintaining good oral health is an important part of living well with aortic disease. Regular visits to the dentist and dental hygienist help prevent gum disease. For most people, dental treatment is routine and uncomplicated. However, some patients who have undergone...
For many years, Google has been one of the first places people turn to after a diagnosis of aortic dissection. Patients and families often search for answers about symptoms, treatment, recovery, medication, family screening and long-term care. That behaviour is now...
Championing innovation, research and nurse-led leadership, the Aortic Nurses Symposium 2026 brought together nurses, clinicians, researchers, patients and families from across the UK and Ireland to advance the future of aortic care. Building on the success of previous...
The Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust was proud to once again support and sponsor Liverpool Aortic Week, a dual event bringing together world-leading researchers, surgeons, healthcare professionals, patients and families. The week began with Aorta: Structure to...
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