Fontan Patients' gut health under the microscope: new study reveals hidden risks

This study looked at 52 adults who had Fontan surgery for heart defects, focusing on how their gut works, inflammation levels, and nutrition. Researchers compared them to healthy people or those with simpler heart issues. The goal was to understand why some patients develop gut problems and malnutrition, even without a known complication called protein-losing enteropathy. Results may help doctors better monitor and treat these patients to improve their long-term health.