Cavopulmonary support with a modified cannulation technique in a failing Fontan patient.

Sebastian G MichelAres K MenonNikolaus A HaasJürgen Hörer

Published in: Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery (2022)

Failing Fontan patients present a unique challenge for mechanical circulatory support. We report on a 17-year-old patient with Fontan failure and preserved ventricular function who underwent mechanical cavopulmonary support using a novel cannulation technique.

Keyphrases

extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
end stage renal disease
case report
newly diagnosed
ultrasound guided
chronic kidney disease
heart failure
prognostic factors
left ventricular