Focus Areas

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Researchers at Mayo Clinic use multiple approaches to researching HLHS, collaborating across a robust and comprehensive investigative program.

  • Imaging and Outcomes. Imaging and outcomes research in the Todd and Karen Wanek Family Program for HLHS at Mayo Clinic is aimed at better determining function of the right heart chamber in HLHS. Learn about imaging and outcomes research.
  • Human Genetics. Human genetics researchers study the genes of people with HLHS and their family members to better understand the genetic underpinnings and causes of HLHS. Learn about HLHS genetics research.
  • Regenerative Medicine. Regenerative medicine research studies from where and from whom therapeutic stem cells can originate and when best to deliver the cells to patients. Learn about regenerative medicine research.
  • Biorepository. The Todd and Karen Wanek Family Program for HLHS at Mayo Clinic is building a comprehensive, integrated HLHS biorepository to enable current and future research. Learn about the HLHS biorepository.