- Beverley Bostock, Raj Thakkar
Beverley Bostock and Raj Thakkar discuss the recently published Cardiovascular disease modern service framework: a cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic approach. They explore how this document can change the model of care, so clinicians can be more effective and more efficient with one care plan.
This short video outlines the role of the NAC (National Amyloidosis Centre) in managing patients you refer to them with suspected amyloidosis. It highlighting the use of accurate diagnostic testing techniques available at the NAC, including imaging, histology and proteomics, as well as the genetic testing and counselling that provide important components of holistic care.
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Consultant Cardiologist Dr Jason Dungu discusses the variants of cardiac amyloidosis and the treatments available. He explores the challenges faced by black patients with heart failure who are often under-diagnosed and under-represented in the UK.
Clinical exercise physiologist Shane Purcell talks through the optimal ways in which patients can incorporate exercise into their cardiac rehabilitation routine, improving outcomes and quality of life.
Dr Sarah Birkhoelzer reports from the ESC Heart Failure Congress in Barcelona, sharing some insights from the fascinating not-to-be-missed sessions.
