Quality of Life and Well-Being in Adults With Fontan Physiology: Findings From the Australian and New Zealand Fontan Registry Quality of Life Study.
Kate H MarshallChantal AttardDavid S WinlawDiana ZanninoDavid S CelermajerRobert JustoAjay IyengarRachael CordinaGary F ShollerSusan R WoolfendenNadine A KasparianPublished in: Journal of the American Heart Association (2024)
Adults with Fontan physiology reported lower overall health-related QOL compared with community-based norms. Variance in QOL outcomes were predominantly attributable to psychological and relational factors. Tailored screening and assessment to identify Fontan patients at greatest risk of lower QOL, and a proactive approach to supportive care, are needed.