The impact of extracardiac conduit-total cavopulmonary connection on apicocaval juxtaposition☆

Abstract

EC-TCPC can be performed in children with apicocaval juxtaposition with excellent mid-term outcomes compared with other Fontan candidates. Based on individual cardiac anatomy, the pathway of the EC behind the ventricle or crossing the vertebra can be used without conduit stenosis or pulmonary venous obstruction.