Clinical & Experimental Cardiology
Open Access
ISSN: 2155-9880
+44 1300 500008
ISSN: 2155-9880
+44 1300 500008
Yang Keming
Chinese Academy of Medical Science, Fu Wai Hospital, Peking Union Medical College,
National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, 167 Bei Lishi Road, Beijing, 100037
China
Research Article
Exercise Capacity and Quality of Life after Total Cavopulmonary Connection at Adults
Author(s): Hu Xiaosng, Yang Keming, Li Shoujun, Jiang Wenxiang and Sun Xingguo
Hu Xiaosng, Yang Keming, Li Shoujun, Jiang Wenxiang and Sun Xingguo
Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical and psychological profile of after total cavopulmonary connection procedure and to identify the significant determinants of quality of life.
Methods: Data from 21 patients underwent total cavopulmonary connection procedure from January 2001 to December 2015 were retrospectively analyzed. Patients underwent an echocardiography and cardiopulmonary exercise testing. Used ST-36 questionnaire to perceived health status. The NT-pro BNP levels was test.
Results: 21 patients aged between 19 to 36 years (mean 26.6 years) were enrolled. The mean follow-up time was 44.2 ± 29.9 months. The mean EF was 59.4 ± 6.2%, and the mean maximal oxygen consumption was 19.9 ± 3.6 ml/kg/min, predict value was 52.5 ± 8.9%. SF-36 score was well. Independent r.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2155-9880.1000551