Early conversion of classic Fontan conversion may decrease term morbidity: single centre outcomes.

David BlitzerAsma S HabibJohn W BrownAdam C KeanJiuann-Huey I LinMark W TurrentineMark D RodefeldJeremy L HerrmannWilliam Aaron Kay

Published in: Cardiology in the young (2019)

Fontan conversion should be considered early when atrial arrhythmias become common rather than waiting for severe heart failure to ensue, and Fontan conversion can be accomplished with an acceptable risk profile.

Keyphrases

heart failure
atrial fibrillation
preterm infants
left ventricular
early onset
type diabetes
skeletal muscle
left atrial
insulin resistance
weight loss
glycemic control