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Cardiologists, what are the risks congenital heart defect corrective surgery?

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Dr. Gerald Mandell answered

Specializes in Nuclear Medicine

Depends on defect: Many factors contribute to risks of congenital heart disease Very simple defects usually routinely repaired and uneventful. More complex lesions more difficult and intricate to repair. Some fixes require multiple surgeries. Usually should be performed by experienced pediatric cardiac surgeons, Support personell help things run smoothly.Age of child and any associated comorbidities.

Answered 9/28/2016

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