Precision in Norwood Shunt Sizing: Single Ventricle Reconstruction Trial Public Dataset Analysis

CONCLUSIONS: Shunt size selection was variable. RVPAS had a wider size range seen with favorable outcomes compared to MBTTS. A MBTTS either too large or too small is associated with worse post-operative outcomes. Refining shunt sizing practices can improve surgical outcomes after the Norwood procedure.PMID:38513984 | DOI:10.1016/j.athoracsur.2024.03.009
Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Source Type: research