Publications by authors named "A L Pouncey"

Background And Aims: A longer time to alive hospital discharge following infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair is associated with reduced patient-satisfaction and increased length of stay, hospital-acquired deconditioning, infection and costs. This study investigated sex-specific differences in, and drivers of, the rate of alive hospital discharge.

Methods: Examination of UK National Vascular Registry (UK NVR), 2014-2019 and Swedish National Patient Registry (SE NPR) elective AAA patients, 2010-2018, for endovascular (EVAR) or open (OAR) aneurysm repair.

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  • * In vascular disease, early detection and managing risk factors can significantly affect patient outcomes, making e-Health resources valuable.
  • * By providing evidence-based and patient-centered care, e-Health helps patients actively manage their vascular health and better prepare for surgical procedures.
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Background: A surgeon experiences elevated stress levels when operating. Acute stress is linked to cognitive overload, worsening surgical performance. Chronic stress poses a significant risk to a surgeon's health.

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Background: Surgical intervention for thoracic aortic aneurysms is high risk. Understanding changes in health-related quality of life before and after endovascular stent grafting and open surgical repair can aid treatment decision-making.

Methods: The Effective Treatments for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms ('ETTAA') study (ISRCTN04044627) was a longitudinal, observational study.

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