Aortopulmonary collaterals in single ventricle: incidence, associated factors and clinical significance.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Clinical significance of aortopulmonary collaterals (APCs) in patients with univentricular heart remains controversial. This study aimed to evaluate the incidence and associated factors for APCs and their influence during staged palliation.

Methods

In total, 430 patients who underwent staged palliation by bidirectional Glenn shunt and total cavopulmonary connection between 2003 and 2019 were examined. APCs were determined by angiogram. Incidence and interventions for APCs were analysed.

Results

The most frequent diagnosis was hypoplastic left heart syndrome in 146 (34%) patients. The median age at Glenn and Fontan was 4.9 months and 2.1 years, respectively. APCs were observed in 54 (13%) patients at Glenn and in 179 (42%) at Fontan. Closure of APCs was perf

SUBMITTER: Schmiel M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9318886 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature