Impact of congenital heart disease on personality disorders in adulthood
Britta Stapel,
Lotta Winter,
Ivo Heitland
et al.
Abstract:Background and Aims
Adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD) constitute an ever-growing patient population characterized by high risks for cardiovascular- and mental disorders. Personality disorders (PDs) are associated with adverse physical and mental health. Studies assessing PD prevalence in ACHD are lacking.
Methods
PD point prevalence was assessed in 210 ACHD by Structured Clinical Interview for Axis-II Personality Di… Show more
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