Conclusions
One-stage repair of the transposition complex and interrupted aortic arch remains technically challenging and has non-negligible mortality, even in older children. However, the follow-up outcomes of the survivors were acceptable. Several procedures can be performed to repair the interrupted aortic arch with a low recoarctation rate. Continuous follow-up is required for the high incidence of long-term valve regurgitation.
Author contributions:
Study concepts and design: LZ and QW; Literature research: LZ; Clinical studies: LZ and ML; Statistical analysis: LZ; Manuscript preparation: LZ and ML; Manuscript editing: SL, JY and QW.
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