Abstract There is a relationship between arterial blood pressure, cardiac output and vascular resistance described mathematically, that helps us to understand short-term control of blood pressure in terms of a…
Abstract Maintaining an equilibrium between oxygen supply and demand is a principal function of the cardiovascular system. In times of altered metabolic demand, mechanisms exist to maintain the balance between…
Abstract The volume of patients who are older and living with frailty presenting for surgery is increasing. Frailty is a multifactorial clinical syndrome associated with decreased metabolic and physiological reserve…
Abstract Stroke is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality and may be preceded by a transient ischaemic attack (TIA). 20% will have a carotid stenosis caused by atheromatous plaque…
Abstract Patients undergoing major vascular surgery are at high risk for myocardial infarction, renal failure, respiratory complications and death. Invasive procedures confer greater risk of complication, with patients undergoing open…
Abstract Surgical repair of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) can be done via an open or endovascular approach; surgical and patient factors determine which is most appropriate. Endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR)…
Multiple choice questions 1 Anaesthesia for carotid surgery Which of the below are true regarding the neurological monitoring techniques during carotid endarterectomy? A. Stump pressure monitoring following clamping measures the…
Abstract Major vascular surgery is associated with a high risk of morbidity and mortality. Targeted optimization of organ systems most likely to suffer morbidity should be made prior to elective…
Abstract The incidence of ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm (rAAA) has been reduced by a national screening programme targeting early identification and treatment of aneurysms. Despite these efforts, rAAA remains a…
Abstract There are multiple types of procedure for vascular disease on the extremities, the majority of which are for the treatment of peripheral arterial disease (PAD). PAD is a common…
