Fontan Operation

The Fontan Operation is a surgical procedure used to treat complex heart defects in children. It involves connecting the two atria of the heart directly to the pulmonary artery, bypassing the normal pulmonary circulation. This allows the blood to flow directly from the two atria to the pulmonary artery, instead of flowing to the left ventricle of the heart and then to the pulmonary artery. This procedure is used to improve the symptoms of congestive heart failure and provides a better quality of life for those with complex heart defects. Additionally, it can also help to reduce the risk of developing arrhythmias, improve the circulation of oxygen in the body, and reduce the risk of infection. The Fontan Operation is an important procedure in pediatric cardiology, especially for those with complex heart defects.