The patient journey to home after major cardiac surgery in infancy

Major technological advances in pediatric surgical and intensive care in recent decades, particularly for neonates, have resulted in the survival of children with previously life-threatening congenital heart defects (CHDs) including those with significant comorbidities. Despite these positive steps forward, many cardiac infants remain medically vulnerable after surgery hence the process of discharge home as well as the period early after discharge are crucial phases in the patient journey. In order to ensure children achieve the best outcomes and parents are adequately supported in caring for them, preparation for discharge and the post discharge care should incorporate a range of important initiatives.
Source: Progress in Pediatric Cardiology - Category: Cardiology Authors: Tags: Review Source Type: research