Role of Paediatrician in Congenital Heart Disease
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Topic Overview
“(CHD) refers to a problem that causes a change in blood flow through the heart. CHD is the most common birth defect, affecting about 8 out of every 1,000 newborns.A serious CHD is called a critical congenital heart defect (CCHD). CCHDs need to be detected and repaired early in a baby’s life to help prevent other related health problems. Newborn screening with pulse oximetry [ox-EH-met-ree] can allow for early detection. Although not common, CHD or CCHD can be caused by any of 4 heart defects Pulmonary Stenosis. The valve between the heart and lungs becomes too narrow and stiff. Ventricular septal defect (VSD). This is a hole that forms between the lower chambers of the heart. Right ventricular hypertrophy. This is when the muscles that surround the lower right chamber of the heart become too thick. Overriding aorta. This is when a major blood vessel (the aorta) is moved .