Lung function and exercise capacity in Fontan patients
Part of Genetic & congenital, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at how well the lungs and heart work together during exercise in people who have had the Fontan operation. The goal is to understand how lung function affects overall fitness, which can help improve care for Fontan patients.
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Who can take part
- You are between 8 and 55 years old.
- You have had a Fontan operation at least 1 year ago.
- Your heart condition is currently stable and you have not had changes in your heart medications.
- You do not have any neurological or genetic muscle or bone disease that could affect the results.
- You do not have any cognitive or physical problems that would make testing difficult.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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