Mortality in First 5 Years in Infants With Functional Single Ventricle Born in Texas, 1996 to 2003

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Authors

David E. Fixler · University of South Florida

Wendy N. Nembhard · University of South Florida

Jason L. Salemi · University of South Florida

Mary K. Ethen · University of South Florida

Mark A. Canfield · University of Texas Health Science Center at Dallas

Abstract

This population-based study demonstrates significant improvement in overall 5-year survival, particularly in cases of hypoplastic left heart syndrome and single ventricle. Additional studies are needed to determine the factors causing racial/ethnic and regional differences in outcome.

Topics & Keywords

Congenital Heart Disease Studies Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Studies Tracheal and airway disorders

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Circulation

Volume 121, Issue 5, pp. 644-650

DOI: 10.1161/circulationaha.109.881904

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