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DOI: 10.1055/a-2524-4772
Original Research Article

The TRAIN Health Awareness Clinical Trial: Baseline Findings and Cardiovascular Risk Management in Aortic Dissection Patients

Nora Bacour‡   *
1   Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
,
Simran Grewal‡   *
2   Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
,
Aytug U. Tirpan‡
1   Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
,
Rutger Theijse
1   Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
,
Olivia Van Erp
1   Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
,
Robert J.M. Klautz
1   Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
3   Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
,
Natzi Sakalihasan
4   Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, CHU Liège, University of Liège, Liège, Belgium.
,
Rebecka Hultgren
5   Department of Vascular Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
6   Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
,
Nimrat Grewal 
1   Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
3   Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
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Abstract

Background/Objective Acute Type A aortic dissection (ATAAD) is a life-threatening condition requiring timely surgical intervention. Despite successful surgery, postoperative outcomes are frequently suboptimal due to the high frequency of cardiovascular risk factors. This study examines baseline cardiovascular risk factors in a population of ATAAD patients in the Netherlands. Additionally, this study outlines the protocol for a randomized controlled trial, designed to improve postoperative management.

Methods Baseline data were collected from patients with ATAAD. Data were gained through the Stichting Aorta Dissectie Nederland, a Dutch association for aortic dissection patients. The data included information on cardiovascular risk factors and health-related quality of life. A survey was further conducted, to gain more insights into the ATAAD postoperative care experiences of cardiac and vascular surgeons.

Results Among the 50 ATAAD patients in our study, we found significant cardiovascular risk factors, including smoking (36.7%), obesity (34.2%), and hypertension (51.3%). In the surgeon survey (N = 48), 84% of respondents highlighted the significance of lifestyle changes for patients, underscoring the need for individualized risk management. These findings underscore the need for tailored postoperative management programs aimed at improving patient outcomes.

Conclusion The results of our study highlight that ATAAD patients require comprehensive postoperative care management strategies. The ultimate goal is to enhance long-term patient outcomes and improve health-related quality of life. To address this need, the TRAIN (Targeted caRdiovAscular rIsk reductioN) Health Awareness platform seeks to implement personalized eHealth-based lifestyle interventions.

Keywords

Type A aortic dissection - cardiovascular risk management - eHealth Interventions - lifestyle modifications - postoperative outcomes

* These authors contributed equally.




Publikationsverlauf

Eingereicht: 04. August 2024

Angenommen: 24. Januar 2025

Artikel online veröffentlicht:
17. Februar 2025

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