Congenital Heart Defects

Information on congenital heart defects, including common types and management.

The Genetics Behind Congenital Heart Defects

September 22, 2024 0

Genetics Behind Congenital Heart Defects, showing a 3D human heart intertwined with DNA strands, symbolizing the connection between genetics and heart conditions. Related tags: congenital heart disease genetics, inherited heart conditions, genetic heart abnormalities.

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 …

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Innovations in Treating Pediatric Heart Defects

September 12, 2024 0

Innovations in Pediatric Heart Defects: A realistic image of a futuristic pediatric cardiology clinic with doctors using AI-driven diagnostics, robotic-assisted surgery tools, and 3D printed heart models, emphasizing precision and advanced treatment methods.

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, …

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