Sep 09 2024 8 mins
Welcome to our podcast with Cardiologist, Dr Tony Dalby, who will provide insights into critical issues, as available in the SA Heart® Journal, looking into the intersection of cardiology, public health, and medical research, with a special focus on underrepresented populations and unique medical challenges. In this episode, we cover a broad range of topics aimed at enhancing your understanding of complex cardiovascular conditions and their management.
We begin by exploring the differences in echocardiographic normal values detected in Black neonates when compared to internationally published data. This segment sheds light on how ethnic variations can influence diagnostic criteria and the importance of establishing accurate norms for diverse populations.
Next, we turn our attention to Fallot’s Tetralogy, a complex congenital heart defect. Dr Dalby will highlight the specific challenges in diagnosing and managing this condition in resource-limited settings.
He'll briefly delve into the aetiology of HIV-associated cardiac dysfunction, focusing on the period before the widespread use of antiretroviral therapy. Understanding these early cardiac complications is crucial for improving long-term outcomes in patients living with HIV.
Finally, Dr Dalby will summarise an often-overlooked occupational hazard in the field of interventional cardiology: the potential link between radiation exposure and an increased risk of head and neck cancers among cardiologists. We’ll discuss the latest research findings and the implications for those working in this high-risk specialty.
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