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An Approach to Point-Of-Care Ultrasound Evaluation of the Abdominal Aorta
Published on: September 8, 2023
Setting up a screening service for abdominal aortic aneurysm
Elaine Townsend1, Grant Griffiths, Mike Rocker
1Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Llantrisant.
Abstract:
Abdominal aortic aneurysms are usually asymptomatic. Rupture is associated with a very high mortality. Ultrasound surveillance of aneurysms offers the opportunity to select patients suitable for elective repair, avoiding risk of rupture. This article reports on how an ultrasound screening programme was set up by a nurse specialist rotating through local GP surgeries.
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