Tal Golesworthy: How I repaired my own heart

The video discusses a personal journey of an engineer with Marfan syndrome who innovates a new treatment for aortic dilation. By collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, he develops a personalized, non-invasive solution that avoids traditional surgery's complications. The video highlights the challenges faced, such as institutional barriers and professional skepticism, and emphasizes the benefits of multidisciplinary research in achieving innovative solutions.

What is Marfan syndrome and how does it relate to aortic dilation?

Describe the surgical procedure that was proposed for treating aortic dilation.

What was the engineer's approach to solving the problem of aortic dilation?

What role did imaging play in the development of the new treatment?

Explain the significance of using a bespoke porous textile mesh in the treatment.

What are the advantages of the new treatment compared to the existing alternatives?

What are the implications of not requiring anticoagulation therapy after the new treatment?

How did the engineer's background influence the development of the medical device?

Discuss the challenges faced in multidisciplinary research as mentioned in the presentation.

Reflect on the importance of communication and understanding in a multidisciplinary team.