Article
Impact of Treatment Modality on Vascular Function in Coarctation of the Aorta: The LOVE - COARCT Study.
Journal of the American Heart Association - 2 Apr 2019
Martins José D, Zachariah Justin, Selamet Tierney Elif Seda, Truong Uyen, Morris Shaine A, Kutty Shelby, de Ferranti Sarah D, Guarino Maria, Thomas Boban, Oliveira Diana, Marinho António, António Marta, Gauvreau Kimberlee, Jalles Nuno, Geva Tal, Carmo Miguel M, Prakash Ashwin
Abstract excerpt
Background Optimally treated patients with coarctation of the aorta remain at risk for late vascular dysfunction. The effect of treatment modality on vascular function is unknown. The LOVE-COARCT (Long-term Outcomes and Vascular Evaluation After Successful Coarctation of the Aorta Treatment) study was done to compare vascular function in patients with coarctation of the aorta treated with surgery, balloon...
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