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MCQ 21: Fontan procedure 2 (31)

Q. What is false regarding Fontan circuit?
A. Fenestration improves cardiac output and reduces congestion
B. Fenestration decreases systemic saturation
C. Plastic bronchitis is rare but known complication
D. Protein losing enteropathy does not improve after cardiac transplantation

Answer: D. Protein losing enteropathy does not improve after cardiac transplantation

Explanation: Fontan procedure

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