Brain injury in congenital heart disease

Neurodevelopmental outcomes are quite important in patients with congenital heart disease. Studies with imaging have shown structural abnormalities that may be related to neurologic deficits. In this volume of The Journal, Claessens et al report on results comparing 2 cardiac surgery programs with different practice approaches to transition after birth, intensive care, and cardiac surgery. At both sites, MRI studies were done according to clinical protocol. The results confirm a high prevalence of brain injury at both sites.
Source: The Journal of Pediatrics - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Tags: The Editors' Perspectives Source Type: research