Publications by authors named "B Lefort"
Introduction And Objectives: Balloon atrial septostomy (BAS) improves oxygenation in neonates with transposition of the great arteries (TGA) and restrictive foramen ovale. Currently, there is a global shortage of dedicated BAS catheters, while new unmarked catheters have recently become available at some European centers. This study aimed to characterize BAS outcomes using the currently available BAS catheters in Europe.
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- * A multicenter trial in France will test a simulation-based training program for pediatric cardiology trainees to enhance their communication skills during diagnostic counseling.
- * The study will evaluate improvements in communication, empathy, and anxiety levels using video assessments, comparing outcomes between those who underwent simulation training and a control group.
Background & Aims: Fontan-type surgery is a palliative procedure for congenital heart disease with univentricular physiology that may, in the long term, lead to advanced chronic liver disease. Herein, we assessed the accuracy of conventional non-invasive models for assessing liver fibrosis in the context of Fontan circulation and developed a new risk score employing non-invasive tools.
Methods: A prospective, cross-sectional, observational study was conducted across five European centers and encompassing all consecutive adult patients with Fontan circulation, liver biopsy and non-invasive tests (e.
Post-ligation cardiac syndrome after surgical versus transcatheter closure of patent ductus arteriosus in low body weight premature infants: a multicenter retrospective cohort study.
Eur J Pediatr
May 2024
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- * The study analyzed data from 154 preterm infants (78 surgical, 76 transcatheter) over a 12-year period, highlighting lower overall mortality (2% vs 17%) and fewer major complications (2% vs 23%) in the transcatheter group.
- * Factors like the method of closure, gestational age, and pre-procedure inotropic support were associated with the occurrence of PLCS
Background: Systemic primary carnitine deficiency (PCD) is characterized by cardiomyopathy and arrhythmia. Without carnitine supplementation, progression is usually towards fatal cardiac decompensation. While the cardiomyopathy is most likely secondary to energy deficiency, the mechanism of arrhythmia is unclear, and may be related to a short QT interval.
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