Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2970993 | The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation | 2011 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Sudden death accounts for 1 in 6 deaths after heart transplant in children. Older recipient age, recurrent rejection within the first year, black race, and UNOS status 2 at listing were associated with sudden death. Patients with 1 or more of these risk factors may benefit from primary prevention efforts.
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Authors
Kevin P. MD, Sujata B. MD, Margaret MPH, David C. PhD, Elizabeth D. MD, Anne I. MD, Christopher S. MD, MPH, Pediatric Heart Transplant Study Investigators Pediatric Heart Transplant Study Investigators,