Journal of Clinical Investigation - Cardiology

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

To date, biallelic loss-of-function variants in 3 genes encoding nonredundant enzymes of the NAD de novo synthesis pathway — KYNU, HAAO, and NADSYN1 — have been identified in humans with congenital malformations defined as congenital NAD deficiency disorder (CNDD).

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American College of Cardiology

MARCH 19, 2024

Developments in cardiovascular (CV) surgery and related care have led to the improved survival of patients with congenital heart disease (CHD) and more teenagers and adults living with congenital heart disease (ACHD).

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Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

JULY 22, 2024

It will also discuss the clinical applications of MRI in diagnosing and monitoring placental insufficiency, as well as its implications for fetal growth restriction (FGR) and congenital heart disease (CHD).

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease Biomarkers 52

Journal of the American Heart Association

JANUARY 9, 2024

The increasing prevalence of atrial fibrillation (AF) in adults with congenital heart disease raises significant questions regarding its management. The unique underlying anatomic and physiological background further adds to the difficulty in eliminating the AF burden in these patients.

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American College of Cardiology

JUNE 4, 2024

addressed the safety, tolerability, and outcomes of patients with adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) treated with sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors (SGLT2i). Neijenhuis et al. and Fusco et al.

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease Outcomes 62

American College of Cardiology

MARCH 25, 2024

In this episode, the focus is on congenital heart disease. In this panel discussion, host Andrea Price MS, AACC brings together Tricia Keegan, NP, DNP, FACC, Disty Pearson, PA-C, AACC, and Bailey Estes MSN, AGNP-C, to explore best practices related to structural heart disease.

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American College of Cardiology

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

February marks Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week, an opportunity to reflect on the remarkable advancements in the care for congenital heart disease (CHD). Historically viewed with a grim outlook, CHD has journeyed from a potentially lethal condition to a chronic disease managed into adulthood.

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease Chronic Disease 74

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Adult Cardiac

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Congenital and Pediatric Care gtrainyte Mon, 02/05/2024 - 11:14 Scroll to top STS recognizes the important role of congenital and pediatric specialists. Congenital heart defects (CHDs) are the most common types of birth defects, and babies born with these conditions are living longer and healthier lives.

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Conquering CHD

JANUARY 16, 2024

This was a bold move at the time, when most patients with his congenital heart condition — dextro-transposition of the great arteries, or d-TGA — were advised to avoid exercise and strenuous activity. Chris really pushed our understanding of how important exercise is for the very complex congenital heart defects,” Dr. Kay says. “He

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease Quality of Life 52

American College of Cardiology

JUNE 6, 2024

The following are key points to remember from an American Heart Association scientific statement on the evaluation and management of chronic heart failure (HF) in children and adolescents with congenital heart disease (CHD).

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease Heart Failure 46

American College of Cardiology

MAY 23, 2024

The following are key points to remember from a science advisory on advancing wearable biosensors for patients with congenital heart disease.

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease Article 46

Heart Sisters

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Many adults born with congenital heart disease have never met anyone else with a similar condition - which is where patient support organizations shine!

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease 52

Medical Xpress - Cardiology

MAY 16, 2024

Congenital heart disease (CHD) includes a variety of structural malformations affecting the heart and blood vessels. With growing understanding of the molecular processes involved in heart development, genetic variants have been proven to play a crucial role in the development of CHD.

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HCPLive

MARCH 14, 2024

In this AAD 2024 interview, Bunick highlights several new findings on the use of topical isotretinoin for treatment of congenital ichthyosis.

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American College of Cardiology

MARCH 11, 2024

The following are key points to remember from an American Heart Association Scientific Statement on neurodevelopmental outcomes for individuals with congenital heart disease, which includes updates in neuroprotection, risk-stratification, evaluation, and management.

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease Outcomes 52

American College of Cardiology

DECEMBER 19, 2023

This year saw exciting developments in the treatment of pediatric and congenital heart disease. Transcatheter pulmonary valve replacement (TPVR) continued to dominate the field of interventional cardiology.

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Congenital Pediatrics Congenital Heart Disease Interventional Cardiology 69

American College of Cardiology

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The following are key points to remember from a guideline comparison on participation in competitive sports by patients with congenital heart disease.

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease Article 58

HeartRhythm

JUNE 30, 2024

Atrial arrhythmias are an important source of morbidity in adults with congenital heart disease (CHD) and have been linked to sudden death in certain subgroups. Whereas intra-atrial reentrant tachycardia (IART) is the most common arrhythmia, the prevalence of atrial fibrillation (AF) is increasing.

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Medical Xpress - Cardiology

JANUARY 1, 2024

For adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD), those with heart failure (HF) hospitalizations have an increased risk for mortality and morbidity, according to a study published in the Dec. 5 issue of the Journal of the American Heart Association.

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Circulation

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Over the past decade, new research has advanced scientific knowledge of neurodevelopmental trajectories, factors that increase neurodevelopmental risk, and neuroprotective strategies for individuals with congenital heart disease. It also includes an updated algorithm for referral, evaluation, and management of individuals at high risk.

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Medical Xpress - Cardiology

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Prenatal diagnosis of congenital heart defects—the most common birth defects in the United States—is associated with improved outcomes. Despite its importance, however, overall prevalence of prenatal diagnosis is low (12–50%).

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Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

APRIL 7, 2024

Congenital heart disease is a prevalent birth defect, accounting for approximately one-third of major birth defects. However, the emergence of deep learning in computer vision has paved the way for detecting subtle changes in chest x-rays, such as lung vessel density, enabling the detection of congenital heart disease in children.

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease Ultrasound 52

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Adult patients surviving with congenital heart disease (ACHD) is growing. We examine the factors associated with heart transplant outcomes in this challenging population with complex anatomy requiring redo-sur.

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HeartRhythm

APRIL 30, 2024

Congenital LQTS conveys a significant risk of cardiac events, including syncope, seizures, and/or sudden cardiac death. Primary management includes avoidance of medications that prolong the QT interval.

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American College of Cardiology

JANUARY 19, 2024

What is the prevalence of elevated levels of anxiety and depression in adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD)?

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease Article 60

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

APRIL 23, 2024

Due to the challenges posed by the unique group of fetuses and the dynamic organ of the heart, research into the application of AI in the prenatal diagnosis of congenital heart disease (CHD) is particularly active. The AI-powered analysis methods of medical images and clinical records can now match the abilities of clinical physicians.

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease Research 52

Open Heart

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Objective To determine the magnitude of any excess risk of mortality and hospitalisation due to COVID-19 infection in patients with congenital heart disease (CHD) in the UK healthcare system.

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DAIC

MARCH 13, 2024

New Jersey-based Atlantic Health System’s Morristown Medical Center and New York-based NYU Langone Health, both nationally recognized cardiovascular programs, have announced that they are expanding their partnership to provide patients improved access to adult congenital heart disease services and the specialist directed care.

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease Cancer 52

Circulation

MAY 29, 2024

With continued medical and surgical advancements, most children and adolescents with congenital heart disease are expected to survive to adulthood. Circulation, Ahead of Print.

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Congenital Heart Disease Heart Failure Congenital Heart Disease 45

Circulation

MARCH 28, 2024

Wearable biosensors (wearables) enable continual, noninvasive physiologic and behavioral monitoring at home for those with pediatric or congenital heart disease. Challenges related to the use of wearables are common to every clinical setting, but specific topics for consideration in congenital heart disease are highlighted.

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease Pediatrics 45

HeartRhythm

MAY 28, 2024

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the next major challenge in management of patients with congenital heart disease (CHD). This tachyarrhythmia arises at a relatively young age and rapidly progresses from paroxysmal to long-standing persistent AF in <5 years, which justifies aggressive therapy.

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Atrial Fibrillation Congenital Congenital Heart Disease Ablation 40

Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions

JANUARY 23, 2024

BACKGROUND:Current metrics used to adjust for case mix complexity in congenital cardiac catheterization are becoming outdated due to the introduction of novel procedures, innovative technologies, and expanding patient subgroups. kg at all Congenital Cardiac Catheterization Project on Outcomes participating centers.

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease Pediatrics 40

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

JANUARY 10, 2024

Background While research on congenital heart disease has been extensively conducted worldwide, comprehensive studies from developing countries and the Arab world remain scarce. Aim This study aims to perform a bibliometric review of research on congenital heart disease in the Arab world from 1997 to 2022.

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Research Heart Disease 59

HeartRhythm

APRIL 30, 2024

Data on patients with significant congenital heart disease (CHD) is limited. Left bundle area pacing (LBAP) is a popular technique in patients with structurally normal hearts that appears to decrease the risk for dyssynchrony associated cardiac dysfunction.

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease 40

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

JANUARY 14, 2024

Objective Cardiac surgery in Congenital Heart Disease-Heterotaxy (CHD-HTX) patients often leads to increased postoperative airway complications. Abnormal respiratory ciliary function, resembling primary ciliary dyskinesia, has been observed. We observed a trend toward an increased length of post-operative stay in the CD group (15.0

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Medical Xpress - Cardiology

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

More than a decade of new knowledge about neurodevelopmental risk in people with congenital heart disease has changed the thinking about who is most at risk and the factors that impact neurological development, learning, emotions and behaviors, according to a new American Heart Association statement published in Circulation.

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Congenital Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease Research 40

Journal of the American Heart Association

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

BackgroundNeonates with congenital heart disease are at risk for impaired brain development in utero, predisposing children to postnatal brain injury and adverse long‐term neurodevelopmental outcomes. Journal of the American Heart Association, Ahead of Print. 0.47, allP&lt;0.05).ConclusionsPlacental

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