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With over 90% of congenital heart disease patients reaching adulthood, coordinated transition programs from pediatric to adult care are essential to prevent lapses in care and empower patients.
A structured and coordinated transition process from pediatric to adult cardiology care is critical for patients with congenital heart disease to prevent lapses in care and optimize lifelong health.
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Supports coordinated transition programs for congenital heart disease; leaves open optimal protocols via prospective trials.
Saidi et al. (2009) conducted a review in Congenital heart disease (CHD). Transition program from pediatric- to adult-focused cardiology care was evaluated. With over 90% of congenital heart disease patients reaching adulthood, coordinated transition programs from pediatric to adult care are essential to prevent lapses in care and empower patients.
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