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Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) for Parents
Atrial septal defect (ASD) — also known as a "hole in the heart" — is a type of congenital heart defect. Most ASDs are diagnosed and treated successfully.
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Atrioventricular Canal Defect for Parents
An atrioventricular canal defect (AV canal) is a heart problem in which the center of a baby's heart does not form normally before birth.
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Ebstein Anomaly for Parents
Ebstein anomaly is a rare heart defect that affects the tricuspid valve. It can cause problems that range from very mild to very serious.
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Interrupted Aortic Arch (IAA) for Parents
An interrupted aortic arch (IAA) is a rare heart condition in which the aorta doesn’t form completely. Surgery must be done within the first few days of a baby’s life to close the gap in the aorta.
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Heart Health (Topic Center) for Parents
Are you heart smart? Learn about this amazing muscle, including how to care for kids with heart conditions.
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Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) for Parents
Ventricular septal defect (VSD) — also known as a "hole in the heart" — is a congenital heart defect. Most VSDs are diagnosed and treated successfully.
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Arrhythmia (Abnormal Heartbeat) for Parents
An arrhythmia is an abnormal heartbeat usually caused by an electrical "short circuit" in the heart. Many are minor and not a health threat, but some can indicate a more serious problem.
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Heart Murmurs for Parents
Heart murmurs are very common, and most are no cause for concern and won't affect a child's health.
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Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) for Parents
The ductus arteriosus is a blood vessel that connects two major arteries before birth and normally closes after a baby is born. If it stays open, the result is a condition called patent ductus arteriosus (PDA).