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When Things Unravel

Recovery after an aortic dissection can be physically challenging, but the psychological distress can be just as difficult. Explore the range of emotions, changes in relationships, and the need for patient-focused support during recuperation and recovery.

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When Things Unravel

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  1. When Things Unravel Tracy Butler-Holdaway Waikato Hospital

  2. Recovery after an Aortic Dissection can be a challenge physically, however …… The Psychological distress can remain

  3. Effects… I wake up just to check he is still breathing • Family • Friends • Work He’s never sick But you’re so fit

  4. The Day…. • An ordinary day • Is it a heart attack?

  5. Am I understanding everything? • I know I’m in hospital

  6. The Diagnosis…. • Aortic Dissection?

  7. Once Home…. • Feeling Overwhelmed Is this going to define me? Who am I now?

  8. Relationships…..

  9. Can I still play sport? Has my life expectancy been reduced because of this? Will hard physical work put me at further risk or damage my repair? What limitations do I have on my life now? How long do I have?

  10. Thoughts and Feelings…. • Anxiety • Guilt • Fatigue • Insomnia • Isolation • The range of emotions are quite normal

  11. How things change… • Change of roles • Spouse to carer

  12. Recuperation and Recovery • Strong Surgical strategy • Do we need a stronger patient focused follow up and support?

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