MIBHS

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Congenital heart defects (CHDs) are the most common type of birth defect, affecting nearly 1 in 100 newborns. These structural abnormalities of the heart are present at birth. They can range from simple issues that require minimal or no treatment to complex conditions that necessitate multiple surgeries and lifelong care.

Congenital 52

Congenital Education Open-Heart Surgery Pediatrics 52

Global Cardiac Surgery

AUGUST 14, 2018

It has been reported that the estimated burden of congenital heart disease (CHD) in Ghana approximates 372 per million population , a disproportionally high number due to the higher fertility rate in the country relative to other countries in the Region. million people, with 10.95 million children (38.8% of total) under 15 years old.

Cardiothoracic 52

Cardiothoracic Open-Heart Surgery Bicuspid/Mitral Congenital Heart Disease 52

Conquering CHD

MARCH 24, 2025

An echocardiogram revealed the heart condition that would define much of his early life: severe congenital heart defects. At just 20 days old, Christopher underwent his first heart surgery, a complex procedure to patch the VSD, repair the ASD, resect the LVOT muscle, and reconstruct his aortic arch.

VSD 97

VSD Aortic valve Open-Heart Surgery Aortic 97