Impact of congenital heart disease on personality disorders in adulthood.
Britta StapelLotta WinterIvo HeitlandFriederike LöfflerJohann BauersachsMechthild Westhoff-BleckKai G KahlPublished in: European journal of preventive cardiology (2024)
PDs, particularly borderline- and cluster C, are significantly more frequent in ACHD compared to general population and associated with depression, anxiety and decreased QOL. Data from the general population suggest an association with adverse cardiometabolic and mental health. To ensure guideline-based treatment, clinicians should be aware of the increased PD risk in ACHD.