Dr. Fred Wu returns to "Heart to Heart with Anna" for an update on the Fontan-Liver connection that we have come to understand in the last ten years. What are the factors that contribute to Fontan-Associated-Liver Disease? Who is at risk? What symptoms are present in patients who might have liver disease? What can we do to prevent Fontan-Associated-Liver Disease?

Tune in to discover answers to these questions and much, much more!

Articles that Dr. Wu mentioned in our episode:

https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000000535 (Diagnosis and Management of Noncardiac Complications in Adults with Congenital Heart Disease: A Scientific Statement from the AHA)

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0735109717412976?via%3Dihub (Fontan-Associated Liver Disease: Proceedings from the ACC Stakeholders Meeting)

https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000000696 (Evaluation and Management of the Child and Adult with Fontan Circulation: A Scientific Statement from the AHA)

You can listen to Dr. Wu's earlier podcasts here:

Advancements in Understanding the Liver in Fontan Patients: Part 1 (https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/10373705/download.mp3)

Advancements in Understanding the Liver in Fontan Patients Part 2 (https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/10412937/download.mp3)

This episode is not meant as personal medical advice, but rather an educational interview designed to enlighten members of the CHD community and to spark conversation about a topic. Always consult your own doctor or medical team regarding your treatment plan.

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