Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2876121 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2011 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Contrary to prior reports, we did not identify any early or midterm disadvantage for children undergoing heart transplantation after a previous Fontan procedure despite more complex transplant operations. We contend that carefully selected children with a failing Fontan circulation can do as well as other children with heart transplantation.
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Authors
Kirk R. MD, William T. MD, Robert N. MD, Alexandria M. MSN, Brian E. MD, Paul M. MD,