Preoperative Nutrition Status in Children with Congenital Heart Disease and Its Impact on Postoperative Outcomes – A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Qalab Abbas,
Haider Ali,
Akash Kumar Ahuja
et al.
Abstract:Despite the significant advancement in congenital heart disease (CHD) surgery over the years, the mortality and morbidity rate in children undergoing CHD surgery is substantial, especially in lower-middle-income countries. Evidence shows that malnutrition contributes to morbidity and mortality in these children, with a negative impact on their surgical outcomes. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to assess the impact of preoperative nutritional status on postoperative outcomes among patien… Show more
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