Lifetime management for the valve patient

Anchorperson: B. Kirk
Spokesperson: S. Lauck
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Summary

This session focuses on acquiring the necessary knowledge for engaging in discussions with patients about the lifelong management of valve disease. It emphasizes understanding the relevance of life expectancy and comorbidities, as well as providing key information to support shared decision-making between healthcare professionals and patients.

Learning Objectives

  • To understand what knowledge is needed for discussions with patients concerning lifetime management of valve disease
  • To appreciate the important impact of life expectancy and comorbidities
  • To hear more about the key information that patients need to facilitate shared decision making

Presentations available when logged in:

  • Session objectives
  • What does lifetime management mean?
  • How to involve patients in shared decision making in daily clinical practice
  • Use of teaching aids for patient education and consent