Health-related quality of life in paediatric patients with congenital heart defects: association with the type of heart defect and the surgical technique

ConclusionsDifferent surgical techniques for CHD do not affect children ’s and adolescents’ self-reported HRQoL to the extent that one would expect. This observation is in line with observations in groups of children with different chronic diseases. Specialised psychosocial support is necessary in order to maintain this positive self-evaluation and to ensure patient s are able to lead autonomous personal and professional lives.
Source: Quality of Life Research - Category: Health Management Source Type: research