Projected growth of the adult congenital heart disease population in the United States to 2050: an integrative systems modeling approach
Conclusion:
Mortality rates have decreased in infants and the prevalence of adults with CHD has increased but will slow down around 2050. This population requires adult medical systems with providers experienced in the care of adult CHD patients, including those familiar with reproduction in women with CHD.
Source: Population Health Metrics - Category: Epidemiology Authors: Catherine BenzigerKaren StoutElisa Zaragoza-MaciasAmelia Bertozzi-VillaAbraham Flaxman Source Type: research
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