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Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital heart defects (CHDs) are conditions that are present at birth and can affect the structure of a baby’s heart and the way it works. They are the most common type of birth defect. As medical care and treatment have advanced, infants with congenital heart defects are living longer and healthier lives. - The Centers for Disease and Prevention
Deep Dive into Congenital Heart Defects
EVIDENCE-BASED INFORMATION
About Congenital Heart Defects
Treatment for CHDs depends on the type and severity of the defect present. Some affected infants and children might need one or more surgeries to repair the heart or blood vessels. For more information, visit the CDC Congenital Heart Defects webpage.
Maryland Treatment Center
Pediatric cardiologists at Johns Hopkins offers advanced cardiology care for children with general or complex cardiac conditions at the Blalock-Taussig-Thomas Pediatric and Congenital Health Center. For more information, visit the Blalock-Taussig-Thomas Pediatric and Congenital Health Center. webpage.
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