Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5610038 | Journal of the American Society of Echocardiography | 2013 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Despite stiffer aortas, Fontan patients generate more hydraulic power associated with decreased ventricular function to achieve a similar hydraulic efficiency. In Fontan patients, therapy that is given to improve ventricular function may need to target vascular stiffness as well. This technique may be used to monitor the efficacy of therapeutic interventions.
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Authors
Kimberley A. MD, Mande T. PhD, M. RDCS, James E. PhD, George G.S. MB, ChB,