Molecular Insight into Heart Development and Congenital Heart Disease: An Update Review from the Arab Countries

Congenital heart defect (CHD) has a major influence on affected individuals as well as the supportive and associated environment such as the immediate family. Unfortunately, CHD is common worldwide with an incidence of approximately 1% and consequently is a major health concern. The Arab population has a high rate of consanguinity, fertility, birth and annual population growth, in addition to a high incidence of diabetes mellitus and obesity. All these factors may lead to a higher incidence and prevalence of CHD within the Arab population than in the rest of the world making CHD of even greater concern.
Source: Trends in Cardiovascular Medicine - Category: Cardiology Authors: Source Type: research