Can we assess central Fontan haemodynamics using peripheral venous pressure?
The Fontan operation represents a milestone in the treatment of children born with hearts with…
Outcome of neonates requiring prolonged ICU stay following surgery for congenital heart disease
Surgical results following reparative surgery for congenital heart disease in the neonatal period have dramatically…
Mitral valve prolapse is a very common anomaly
Mitral valve prolapse is a very common anomaly, seen in up to 2.4% of otherwise…
Respiratory rate in the first day of life of healthy newborns
One of the questions parents ask often is whether their children breathing or heart rate…
Non cardiac surgery in children with congenital heart disease
Children with congenital heart disease (CHD) sometimes require surgical treatment for non cardiac problems. Actually,…
Screening for inherited or congenital heart disease in children and adolescents
Genetic and congenital cardiac diseases are the leading cause of sudden death. Every week in…