| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5616008 | The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation | 2017 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Abnormal biomarkers of hepatic fibrosis and specimen-proven hepatic fibrosis are common in adults with Fontan circulation. However, FibroSure and HA do not accurately predict the degree of histologic hepatic fibrosis. Further studies are needed to guide strategies for surveillance of liver disease in this population.
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Authors
Fred M. MD, Michael G. MD, Jamil A. MD, Melanie E. MD, Michael N. MD, Robert D. MD, Chinweike MD, PhD, Kimberlee ScD, Michael J. MD, Anne Marie MD,