Congenital Heart Defects

What Are Congenital Heart Defects? Genetics Behind Congenital Heart Defects. Congenital heart defects (CHDs) are structural abnormalities of the heart that are present at birth. These defects can range from simple issues, such as small holes between heart chambers, to severe malformations, such as missing or poorly formed parts of the heart. CHDs are the most common type of birth …

Introduction to Pediatric Heart Defects Pediatric heart defects, also known as congenital heart defects (CHDs), are structural abnormalities in the heart that are present from birth. These conditions can range from simple defects, such as small holes between heart chambers, to more complex malformations that affect blood flow and heart function. CHDs are the most common type of birth defect, …