Reduced brain mammillary body volumes and memory deficits in adolescents who have undergone the Fontan procedure.

CONCLUSION: Adolescents with SVHD show reduced MB volumes associated with cognitive/memory deficits. Potential mechanisms of volume losses may include developmental and/or hypoxic/ischemic-induced processes. Providers should screen for cognitive deficits and explore possible interventions to improve memory.
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Source: Pediatric Research - September 8, 2019 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Cabrera-Mino C, Roy B, Woo MA, Singh S, Moye S, Halnon NJ, Lewis AB, Kumar R, Pike NA Tags: Pediatr Res Source Type: research