Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2980077 | The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery | 2015 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
The credibility and accuracy of simulation-based predictions of postoperative hepatic flow distribution for the Fontan surgery have been validated by in vivo lung perfusion data. The performance of the Y-graft design is highly patient-specific. The anastomosis location is likely the most important factor influencing hepatic blood flow distribution. Although the development of thrombosis is multifactorial, the occurrence in 1 patient suggests that simulations should not solely consider the hepatic blood flow distribution but also aim to avoid low wall shear stress in the limbs.
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Authors
Weiguang PhD, Frandics P. MD, PhD, V. Mohan MD, Alison L. PhD, Jeffrey A. MD, MPH,