| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2850809 | American Heart Journal | 2010 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Abnormal anthropometry is common in Fontan patients. Shorter stature is associated with poorer FHS and non-cardiac problems. Increased adiposity is associated with more ventricular hypertrophy and poorer exercise performance, which may have significant long-term implications in this at-risk population.
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Authors
Meryl S. MD, Victor PhD, Andrew M. MD, Beth F. MD, PhD, Nelangi MD, Linda RN, Victoria MS, Jennifer S. MD, MPH, Renee MD, Carolyn RN, Brian W. MD, MPH,