The Case for Early Treatment in Severe Aortic Stenosis (SAS) Patients: What the Latest Evidence Tells Us-Patient Pathway Solutions: Results of the DETECT-AS Study, Dr. Sammy Elmariah

Patient Pathway Solutions: Results of the DETECT-AS Study, Dr. Sammy Elmariah

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The presentation highlights the DETECT-AS study, addressing under-treatment of severe aortic stenosis (AS), particularly among women, the elderly, and minorities. The study used electronic notifications to improve management and treatment rates of AS. Conducted within the Mass General Hospital system, it identified patients with severe AS and notified providers, leading to a 10% increase in treatment rates. Notifications increased specialist referrals and diagnosis confirmations, though significant survival differences weren't observed. The study suggests the electronic provider notification (EPN) as an effective, scalable tool for enhancing guideline-based AS management and reducing treatment disparities.

Keywords

aortic stenosis

electronic notifications

treatment disparities

Mass General Hospital

provider notification