Available Resources

Patient Resources

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Managing Blood Pressure for Aortic Dissection Patients with Barts Heart Centre

Managing Blood Pressure for Patients

Expert-led guidance and practical tools for managing blood pressure for those with aortic dissection or at risk of aortic disease.

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Pregnancy Aortic Dissection

Family Planning and Pregnancy

Family planning, pregnancy risks, and postpartum care for women with aortic dissection, with expert advice to ensure safety for both mother and baby.

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A patient resource image titled "Psychological Impacts of Aortic Dissection," featuring a man seated on a couch, deep in thought with his hands clasped in front of his face. The expression suggests concern or emotional distress. The image highlights the mental health challenges faced by individuals affected by aortic dissection. It references a partnership with Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, indicating the availability of resources and support for patients dealing with the psychological effects of the condition.

Psychological Impacts of Aortic Dissection

Hear from patients and families about the emotional toll of aortic dissection, offering personal insights into trauma, resilience, and recovery.

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A patient resource image titled "Insurance Advice," featuring a joyful family posing together on a sunny beach. The group, including children and adults, raises their arms in celebration, symbolizing a carefree and happy moment. The image illustrates the importance of having proper insurance to enjoy such moments without worry. The resource is created in partnership with The British Insurance Brokers' Association, providing guidance for aortic dissection patients and their families on obtaining appropriate insurance coverage.

Insurance Advice

Empowering aortic dissection survivors with the knowledge and tools to navigate the complexities of insurance, ensuring peace of mind and a clear path forward.

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A patient resource image titled "Genetic testing for Aortic Dissection," featuring a doctor smiling as he speaks with a young boy and his father in a medical setting. The image conveys a positive interaction, suggesting a discussion about the genetic aspects of aortic dissection and testing options. The resource is created in partnership with Liverpool Aortovascular Hub, aiming to provide information and guidance for families considering genetic testing related to aortic dissection risk factors.

Genetic testing for aortic dissection

Genetics testing expert presentation and advice by Dr Victoria McKay followed by question-and-answers often asked by aortic patients and their families.

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Living with aortic dissection - advice for patients

Living with aortic dissection

Bob Harris Aortic patients chat candidly about how the condition has impacted them and their families. Along with medical advice from Dr Bejal Pandya of Barts Heart Centre London.

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Healthcare Professional Resources

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Advanced Perfusion Strategies in Complex Aortic Care

Advanced Perfusion Strategies in Complex Aortic Care

Advanced perfusion strategies for complex aortic care, focusing on surgical techniques and patient management in aortic dissection cases.

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A healthcare professional resource image titled "Aortic Dissection for Pre-hospital," featuring the back of a paramedic wearing a high-visibility jacket with "PARAMEDIC" written in bold green letters. The resource is designed to provide guidance on managing aortic dissection in pre-hospital settings. It is created in collaboration with The College of Paramedics, West Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust, and East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust, emphasising the importance of early recognition and treatment of aortic dissection by emergency medical services.

Aortic Dissection for Pre-hospital

The College of Paramedics, West & East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

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The image features a confident female physician in blue scrubs with a stethoscope around her neck, standing in a clinical setting. The resource is designed to provide critical guidance on diagnosing and treating acute aortic dissection in emergency and acute care settings.

Acute Aortic Dissection for Physicians

Laura Morris tACP Acute Med, Dr Jacob F. de Wolff Consultant Acute Med

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A healthcare professional resource image titled "Field Guide for Primary Care," featuring a smiling doctor sitting at a desk with a stethoscope around his neck. The image promotes the Field Guide for Primary Care, created in partnership with The Primary Care Cardiovascular Society (PCCS), aimed at supporting healthcare professionals in managing aortic dissection patients in primary care settings. The guide provides practical advice and resources for improving patient outcomes.

Aortic Dissection Field Guide for Primary Care

Developed in partnership with The Primary Care Cardiovascular Society

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Anaesthesia for Aortic Dissection

Anaesthesia for Aortic Dissection

Dr Stephen Shepherd Consultant in Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine

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#AortaEd Resource
Point of Care Ultrasound POCUS for Aortic Dissection

Point-of-Care Ultrasound for Aortic Dissection

Dr Luke Flower Anaesthetic Trainee & Honorary Clinical Research Fellow

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The image shows a group of medical professionals, including a doctor, engaged in a hands-on surgical procedure. They are wearing protective aprons and gloves, working on a surgical model. The symposium is in partnership with The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland and supported by Artivion, focusing on improving diagnosis and treatment of aortic dissection. The image highlights the practical training and education provided at the event.

Irish Aortic Dissection Symposium

Developed in partnership with The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

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