Factors associated with progression of right ventricular enlargement and dysfunction after repair of tetralogy of Fallot based on serial cardiac magnetic resonance imaging [CONGENITAL]

CONCLUSIONS
In patients with rapid RV dilatation, restrictive RV physiology might be frequently noted at the initial MRI assessment. Therefore, careful follow-up may be necessary in patients with restrictive RV physiology to determine the optimal timing of pulmonary valve implantation.

Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - August 30, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Shin, Y. R., Jung, J. W., Kim, N. K., Choi, J. Y., Kim, Y. J., Shin, H. J., Park, Y.-H., Park, H. K. Tags: Mechanical Circulatory Assistance CONGENITAL Source Type: research