Congenital Heart Defects Learning Center

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Congenital heart diseases are abnormalities of the heart's structure and function caused by abnormal or disordered heart development before birth.

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Symptoms
Symptoms depend on the specific condition.
Causes
Congenital heart disease (CHD) is a broad term that can describe a number of different problems affecting the heart. Ac...
Tests
Diagnostic tests depend on the specific condition.
Treatments
Treatment depends on the specific condition. Most congenital heart diseases require medications and surgery to repair t...
Drugs
  • ampicillin
  • clindamycin
Risk Factors
  • Down Syndrome
  • Heavy Alcohol intake during pregnancy
  • Maternal Rubella infection
Complications
Complications depend on the specific condition.
Prevention
Avoid alcohol and other drugs during pregnancy. Physicians should be made aware that a woman is pregnant before prescri...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you suspect that your child has a heart problem.

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