I spent three weeks in a coma on life support following my dissection.

I might have died if it had not been for the swift actions of the first responders.

I am delighted and proud to work with The Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust.”

— Steve Perryman MBE

Former professional footballer & Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust Ambassador

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What is Aortic Dissection?

Aortic dissection is a life-threatening condition where early diagnosis and treatment can mean the difference between life and death. The Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust works to raise awareness, improve diagnosis, and support survivors and their families

2000 people per year lose their lives from aortic dissection in the UK.

The Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust is the UK and Ireland charity uniting patients, families and the medical community in a shared goal of improving diagnosis, increasing survival and reducing disability due to aortic dissection.