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The compelling arguments for the need of medical vascular physicians in Europe

Christian Heiss1, Juraj Madaric2, Jill Belch3

  • 1Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Surrey, Guildford, United Kingdom & Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, Redhill, United Kingdom.

VASA. Zeitschrift Fur Gefasskrankheiten
|July 5, 2019
PubMed

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The growing burden of vascular diseases necessitates specialized vascular physicians (angiologists). Formal recognition and integrated vascular medicine programs are crucial for equitable patient care and improved outcomes worldwide.

Area of Science:

  • Vascular Medicine
  • Angiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Vascular diseases represent a significant and increasing global health challenge, exacerbated by aging populations.
  • Vascular medicine addresses the vascular system (arteries, veins, lymphatics) as a distinct entity requiring specialized expertise.
  • Current practice of vascular medicine varies across Europe, with inconsistent formal recognition impacting care standards.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the critical need for vascular physicians (angiologists) in managing the increasing burden of vascular diseases.
  • To advocate for the formal recognition and establishment of vascular medicine as a distinct medical specialty.
  • To propose strategies for harmonizing vascular care and improving patient outcomes across Europe and globally.

Main Methods:

  • Review of the current state of vascular medicine practice and recognition in Europe.
  • Analysis of the impact of a lack of specialized vascular physicians on patient care and healthcare costs.
  • Identification of key steps required for the advancement of vascular medicine programs.

Main Results:

  • The aging population is increasing the prevalence and burden of vascular diseases globally.
  • A shortage of vascular physicians contributes to disparities in care and potentially poorer outcomes for vascular patients.
  • Vascular medicine offers a holistic approach, integrating interventional procedures and multidisciplinary collaboration for complex patients.

Conclusions:

  • Establishing formal recognition of angiology/vascular medicine by the EU is essential.
  • Developing specialized treatment guidelines and harmonizing vascular care are critical steps.
  • Investing in vascular medicine programs and public awareness is vital for efficient care of multimorbid vascular patients.

Keywords:
Vascular medicineangiologymedical speciality

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