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Aortic dissection is a life-threatening condition where the wall of the aorta tears, requiring urgent diagnosis and treatment. Martin, 52, survived thanks to fast action and emergency surgery. His story shows how specialist nurses play a vital role in coordinating care and supporting both physical and emotional recovery. Their expertise in managing rare conditions like aortic dissection can mean the difference between life and death. With the right care and rehabilitation, Martin returned to fitness, proving that recovery and a fulfilling life are possible after an aortic dissection.
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Sharing stories like Martin’s is so important. They remind us why we work together as patients, families and healthcare professionals, to improve diagnosis, save lives, and help people recover fully from aortic dissection. It’s through understanding experiences like his that real progress is made.
Catherine Fowler
Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust
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This page is a summary of: Living with aortic dissection: Martin's story, British Journal of Cardiac Nursing, December 2024, Mark Allen Group,
DOI: 10.12968/bjca.2024.0058.
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