How to live well with Congenital Heart Disease?
The Hindu
Raising awareness of heart disease in children
Congenital Heart disease (CHD) are present at birth and occur when a baby’s heart does not develop or work the way it should
CHD is the most common congenital defect.
10 out of 1000 babies are born with CHD in India
Every year 2 lakh children are born with CHD of which 20% require urgent procedure or surgery to keep them in good health.
Good news is children born with a heart defect now survive into Adulthood since RCHI & other centers in the country has best available technology & expertise team.
Did you know that signs and symptoms of a congenital heart defect could include
Whether your congenital heart defect is simple or complex, as well as whether it was repaired when you were a child or an adult, there are steps you need to take to ensure you stay healthy, out of the hospital and continuing to do the things you love.
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