title: [Risk assessment of patients and preparation for abdominal aortic aneurysm repair--the effect of collaboration among the internist, anaesthesiologist and surgeon].
abstract: Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a common cardiovascular disease of increasing incidence. The complex clinical assessment with regard to indications for surgical treatment is necessary for each patient with AAA diagnosis. Taking into consideration the high postoperative complication risk and mortality rate among these patients, the general evaluation especially the function of cardiovascular system together with surgical and anaesthesiological management are required. Proper cooperation with specialists of internal medicine and often with cardiologist is essential for reduction of perioperative risk as a consequence of treatment, that improves the function of the most important organs, in the best possible manner. The engagement of specialists in internal medicine, anaesthesiology and surgery enables the patient to carry through the operation in safe conditions. We describe perioperative risk factors and basic principles of patient evaluation and preparation for AAA reconstructive surgery.
authors.affiliation: Klinika Anestezjologii i Intensywnej Terapii, Akademia Medyczna, Białymstoku. jedynaka@amb.edu.pl
authors.forename: Monika
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Jedynak
authors.forename: Andrzej
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Siemiatkowski
mesh_terms: D017130:Angioplasty / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods; D017544:Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal / Q000150:complications* / Q000401:mortality / Q000601:surgery*; D002983:Clinical Competence; D003327:Coronary Disease / Q000150:complications; D017558:Elective Surgical Procedures / Q000592:standards; D006801:Humans; D009203:Myocardial Infarction / Q000150:complications; D010348:Patient Care Team / Q000458:organization & administration*; D018570:Risk Assessment; D012307:Risk Factors