Using analogy to connect to patients, not the in-depth study of valves

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Using analogy to connect to patients, not the in-depth study of valves

Jo Scott-Jones

Jo Scott-Jones

Farm gate
The aortic valve can be likened to a gate that the heart must push against

Many patients will not understand an explanation of their condition in medical language. GP Jo Scott-Jones explains how analogy can be used instead, and gives many colourful examples

“It’s like pushing against a gate with rusty hinges; you have to work harder to get through. Key points It is important for patients to have