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Cyanotic congenital heart diseases occur in approximately 0.2% of live births in the US, but survival to adulthood is common with current surgical interventions. JAMA Associate Editor David Simel, MD, MHS, speaks with author Michael Landzberg, MD, who coauthored a recent review in JAMA on this topic. Related Content: Survivors of Cyanotic Congenital Heart Disease
Understanding Puppy Heart Murmurs and Congenital Heart Disease In this episode of Pure Dog Talk's "Veterinary Voice," host Laura Reeves and Dr. Marty Greer explore the complexities of congenital heart disease in puppies, offering essential guidance for breeders on diagnosing, treating and navigating cardiac health in their litters. The Importance of the First Vet Visit & Puppy Murmurs Dr. Greer emphasizes the crucial need for a thorough veterinary exam before placing any puppies in their forever homes to protect the breeder's reputation and ensure the puppy's health. A heart murmur occurs when blood flows backward through the heart, creating turbulence. Veterinarians grade these murmurs on a scale from one to six, where a grade one is incredibly subtle and a grade six is loud enough to be felt through the chest wall without a stethoscope. To ensure an accurate diagnosis, Dr. Greer advises that the puppy must have all four feet on the exam table in a completely quiet room. While some early, subtle murmurs resolve over time or are simply caused by typical puppy anemia, any persisting or loud murmur requires an echocardiogram. The 5 Common Congenital Heart Defects in Puppies Dr. Greer details the most frequently diagnosed congenital heart defects: Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA):A condition where a fetal blood vessel fails to close after birth. While serious, it is the only defect on this list that can be surgically corrected, often using a minimally invasive Amplatz catheter, allowing the dog to live a completely normal life.Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD):A hole between the heart's two ventricles. Depending on the size of the hole, dogs with a VSD can live normal lives as family pets, though they are usually not suited for high-endurance performance events.Subaortic Stenosis (SAS) & Pulmonic Stenosis:A narrowing of the blood vessels exiting the heart, known to be genetic in breeds like Newfoundlands. These dogs typically require lifelong medication and may face a shortened life expectancy.Tricuspid Valve Disease:A dysplasia or malformation of the valve on the right side of the heart. Currently, there is no surgical correction available in veterinary medicine and these dogs generally face a poor long-term prognosis. Best Practices for Breeders Because there are currently no DNA tests available for these genetic cardiac diseases, breeders must rely heavily on physical screening. Dr. Greer strongly recommends that echocardiograms on breeding stock be performed exclusively by board-certified veterinary cardiologists, as the imaging is highly user-dependent and easily misdiagnosed by a general practitioner. Even with meticulous screening, it is still possible to produce a puppy with a congenital heart defect. Because of this, both Laura and Dr. Greer stress the importance of open, honest and gossip-free communication within the breeding community when these issues arise.
Event Objectives:Identify historical milestones in congenital catheterization, and the technology which has allowed for advancement of the field.Describe the new transcatheter technologies available to treat congenital heart disease.Gain an appreciation for the collaborative approach between surgical and interventional cardiology teams in treating complex heart defects.Claim CME Credit Here!
Host Cristina Fuss, MD, PhD, FSCCT is joined by guest-host Anjali Chelliah, MD, FSCCT as they discuss CT for Congenital Heart Disease through conversations with Jennifer Cohen, MD; Sunil Ghelani, MD, FSCCT and Kanwal Farooqi, MD.This episode will explore:Comparison of Single-source Cardiac CT and CMR Quantified Ventricular Volumes and Function in Congenital Heart Disease Rapid Growth of CT Utilization Compared to MRI and Echocardiography in Imaging for Congenital Heart Diseases: A Multicenter Analysis Association of Lower Noninvasive Fractional Flow Reserve Values with High Risk Anatomic Characteristics in Pediatric Patients with Anomalous Coronary Arteries Support the show
This podcast reviews cyanotic congenital heart disease in newborns, including truncus arteriosus, transposition of the great arteries, tricuspid atresia, tetralogy of Fallot, and total anomalous pulmonary venous return. It summarizes their key pathophysiology, presentation, imaging findings, and initial management leading to neonatal cyanosis. LEARNING OBJECTIVES • Explain the pathophysiology for each of the diseases • Recognize the physical exam findings for these heart defects • Identify the different diseases based on imaging • Formulate an initial treatment plan AUTHORS Julia Pian, MD, MBA Pediatric Hospitalist Boston Medical Center Jaclyn McKinstry, MD Pediatric Critical Care Fellow Boston Children's Hospital DATE Initial publication date: May 5, 2026. Please visit: http://www.openpediatrics.org OPENPediatrics™ is an interactive digital learning platform for healthcare clinicians sponsored by Boston Children's Hospital and in collaboration with the World Federation of Pediatric Intensive and Critical Care Societies. It is designed to promote the exchange of knowledge between healthcare providers around the world caring for critically ill children in all resource settings. The content includes internationally recognized experts teaching the full range of topics on the care of critically ill children. All content is peer-reviewed and open-access thus at no expense to the user. For further information on how to enroll, please email: openpediatrics@childrens.harvard.edu CITATION Pian J, McKinstry J, Fantasia K, Marques B, Wills K, Wolbrink TA. Congenital Heart Disease. 05/2026. Online Podcast. OPENPediatrics. https://soundcloud.com/openpediatrics/congenital-heart-disease-by-j-pian-j-mckinstry-for-openpediatrics.
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Congenital heart disease is a general term for a range of birth defects that affect the normal way the heart works. The term "congenital" means the condition is present from birth. Today's guest was diagnosed with Endometriosis and after many years of fertility treatments including IVF her first child Jasper died in her arms 30 hours after he was born from congenital heart disease. Coping with the grief of child loss at the onset of a global pandemic has made, Jamala Arland passionate about supporting the community for bereaved mothers and normalizing grief through writing and speaking engagements. In todays episode, Jamala shares her journey through endometriosis, infertility, and finding out how her son had congenital heart disease. This episode is for you to listen to if you have battled infertility and infant loss. Become a Sisters in Loss Birth Bereavement, and Postpartum Doula Here Book Recommendations and Links Below You can shop my Amazon Store for the Book Recommendations You can follow Sisters in Loss on Social Join our Black Moms in Loss Online Weekly Grief Support Group Join the Sisters in Loss Online Community Sisters in Loss TV Youtube Channel Sisters in Loss Instagram Sisters in Loss Facebook You can follow Erica on Social Erica's Website Erica's Instagram Erica's Facebook Erica's Twitter
This week we listen in to a wonderful presentation that was delivered at the CHOP 2026 annual conference which was held in Phoenix, AZ. In this week's lecture we hear Dr. Gail Pearson of the NHLBI and NIH deliver her thoughts about the future of congenital heart research. Where does this master of research believe the next discoveries are going to arise from? What are the lessons we have learned from the PHN research endeavors over the past 25 years? Dr. Pearson offers her thoughts in this wonderful presentation which was the 24th Annual William J. Rashking Memorial Lecture at this conference. This presentation was delivered on 2.28.26.
Event Objectives:Understand the scope and prevalence of neurodevelopmental impairments in children with CHD.Identify risks for neurodevelopmental impairments.Review evidence based screening recommendations.Claim CME Credit Here!
Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Dr Fundile Nyati, Resident GP and CEO of Proactive Health Solution, about congenital heart disease, including its symptoms, the importance of early pregnancy screening, and the latest advances in pacemakers and heart surgery. Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, on Saturdays and Sundays Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/u3Sf7Zy or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BIXS7AL Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February marks Global Congenital Heart Disease Awareness Month, and with up to 600 babies born with congenital heart disease in Ireland each year, it's a condition that affects thousands of families across the country. Heart Children has developed a new Individual Healthcare Manual to help schools better support children living with CHD. Joining Alan Morrissey on Thursday's Morning Focus was Emma Moloney from Tulla in County Clare, whose three-year-old son Cormac was born with a complex heart condition, and Sheila Campbell, CEO of Heart Children. Photo (c) Africa Images via Canva
Congenital heart disease can often be detected at the mid-pregnancy ultrasound, which dramatically improves outcomes. But too many people don't get adequate prenatal care.
In this episode, we sit down with Cara Warner, a mom, music teacher, and performer, to share the story of her daughter Lily. Born in 2017 with multiple congenital heart defects, Lily’s thirty-day hospital journey was full of hard turns, fierce love, and courage. Clara reflects on what grief looks like in the days and years that follow, and how community support has shaped her path forward. We’re also airing this conversation just ahead of Congenital Heart Disease Awareness Week (February 7–14), a time to honor heart families and help more people understand CHD. https://www.childrensheartfoundation.org/about-chds/chd-facts-information.html https://ronaldmcdonaldhouse.org/donate Let's Connect! If this podcast feels like something you’ve been craving, hit subscribe, leave a review, and send it to a friend. The more voices we have in this village, the stronger we become. Email Us: bettertogether@richlandsource.com Subscribe to Maddie’s Blog Listen to more of Sarah Goff's MusicSupport the show: https://richlandsource.com/membersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 2026 is Congenital Heart Disease Awareness Month. With an introduction from the Chair of the Every Little Heart Matters Oversight Group, Prof. Katia Bilardo, the editors of the recent Virtual Issue on Congenital Heart Disease, Prof. Anita Moon-Grady and Dr Taisto Sarkola are joined in an academic discussion on CHD. They consider regional detection rates, key articles from the Virtual Issue on Congenital Heart Disease, AI, fetal MRI, ethical decisions in severe cases, ultrasound's role in low-resource settings and future directions of research.Please note that all opinions are their own and not intended to be taken as advice.
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Join hosts Kavi Komeswaran, MD (U of Mississippi) and Jennifer Gauntt, MD (Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University) as they discuss the recent article "Breastfeeding infants with CHD: an evidence summary and recommendations from the Cardiac Newborn Neuroprotective Network, a special interest group of the Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Outcome Collaborative" published in Cardiology in the Young in October, 2025 with guests Kristen Elgersma PhD, DM,MN,RN (University of Minnesota), Jessica Davis, PhD, RN, IBCLC (Healthy Start Inc.) and Jennifer Peterson, PhD, MS, BSN, RN, APRN-CNS, CCNS, CNE, FAHA. Editor/Producer: Deanna Todd Tzanetos, MD, MSCI (Norton Children's Hospital/U of Louisville)
The JournalFeed podcast for the week of Dec 22-26, 2025.These are summaries from just 2 of the 5 articles we cover every week! For access to more, please visit JournalFeed.org for details about becoming a member.Monday's Spoon Feed:Phenobarbital administration for alcohol withdrawal was associated with lower admission rates, shorter ED length of stay (LOS), and fewer IV medication administrations when compared to benzodiazepines.Friday's Spoon Feed:Here's the brief on how to diagnose and treat cyanotic congenital heart disease.
Guest: Dr. Deepak Srivastava is the President of the Gladstone Institutes and Director of the Roddenberry Stem Cell Center. His lab is focused on the gene networks that guide cardiac development. He talks about their recent work investigating heart defects in Down syndrome and strategies for delivering therapies to the heart. He also talks about how to incentivize the development and commercialization of cell and gene therapies. (41:50) Featured Products and Resources: Submit your abstract for ISSCR 2026! STEMdiff™ Ventricular Cardiomyocyte Differentiation Kit The Stem Cell Science Round Up Heart and Ganglion Development – Researchers fused human sympathetic ganglion organoids and heart-forming organoids to construct functional connections between the sympathetic ganglia and the heart. (2:38) Periportal Liver Assembloids – Patient-specific periportal liver assembloids retain the histological arrangement, gene expression, and cell interactions of periportal liver tissue. (9:40) PIEZO1 and Drug-Induced Cardiotoxicity – Restoring endothelial PIEZO1 protects against tyrosine kinase inhibitor-induced hypertension and cardiac dysfunction. (19:28) Somite and Neural Tube Co-Development – Scientists developed human trunk-like structures that have morphologically organized somites and a neural tube that form through self-organized, endogenous signaling. (28:43) Image courtesy of Dr. Deepak Srivastava Subscribe to our newsletter! Never miss updates about new episodes. Subscribe
Dr. Carole Keim welcomes pediatric cardiologist Dr. Tal Gospin, MD, to The Baby Manual to talk about what pediatric cardiology is and how it differs from adult cardiology. Dr. Gospin explains how much of pediatric cardiology is concerned with congenital heart disease, abnormalities people are born with. She watches for the shape of an infant's heart and the sounds it makes, even in utero, and discusses exactly what she looks for with Dr. Keim. They explore fetal echocardiograms, infant heart function, and what parents can watch for in newborns to see if a pediatric cardiologist needs to be consulted. Dr. Gospin and Dr. Keim discuss when a baby's heart murmur should be referred to a pediatric cardiologist and the differences between an innocent murmur and a pathologic murmur. Innocent murmurs that appear in newborns typically disappear in infancy. Dr. Gospin shares that some types of pediatric cardiac issues will show up as a lack of weight gain in infants, and when to reach out to a pediatrician for a referral. They talk about echocardiograms and what to expect, whether the baby feels any discomfort or not from an EKG, and what the scans are looking for. They discuss breathholding episodes, fainting, and explain what's happening and what a parent can do. This episode provides a lot of insight into pediatric cardiology and gives parents insight into the functioning of their infant's heart. Dr. Tal Gospin, MD:Dr. Tal Gospin graduated with honors from Washington University in St. Louis with her undergraduate degree in Psychology. She obtained a Masters in Physiology and her Medical Doctorate from Georgetown University School of Medicine, where she was elected into Alpha Omega Alpha, the National Medical Honor Society. Dr. Gospin continued on to pursue a pediatrics residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University in New York City. She then completed her fellowship in pediatric cardiology at Baylor College of Medicine/Texas Children's Hospital in Houston, Texas. Dr. Gospin's fellowship training included caring for patients with a broad spectrum of cardiac conditions and working with leading experts in the field of pediatric cardiology and cardiac surgery. She concentrated her fellowship training on echocardiography, outpatient care for children with complex congenital heart disease, as well as fetal imaging and prenatal counseling.Dr. Gospin is board-certified in Pediatrics and Pediatric Cardiology. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American College of Cardiology. Her clinical interests include transthoracic echocardiography, fetal imaging, evaluation and treatment of children with congenital and acquired heart disease, pediatric arrhythmias, as well as hypercholesterolemia and hypertension. Dr. Gospin brings her diverse knowledge base and training into the community to provide comprehensive medical care with a passion for personalized attention.__ Resources discussed in this episode:The Holistic Mamas Handbook is available on AmazonThe Baby Manual is also available on Amazon__Contact Dr. Carole Keim, MDlinktree | tiktok | Instagram Contact Dr. Tal Gospin, MDwebsite | Pediatric Cardiology Care Houston Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us a textThis episode features Dr. Giulia Lima (Boston Children's Hospital), a CHNC Mentored Fellow, discussing risk factors for morbidity and mortality among preterm infants with congenital heart disease (CHD) using data from over 11,000 NICU admissions. Surprisingly, older gestational age did not predict improved survival once infants survived beyond three days. Major mortality predictors included surgical NEC, bloodstream infection, trisomy 21, airway anomalies, and compromised systemic output lesions. Multiple gestation appeared protective, though reasons remain unclear. Dr. Lima highlights the importance of standardized prenatal steroids, care coordination, and exploring socioeconomic and ethnic disparities to improve outcomes in this uniquely vulnerable CHD population.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!
Sarah Michelle Boes (@sarahmichellenp) is the Founder of Sarah Michelle NP Reviews and currently serves as the Chief Nursing Officer at Blueprint Test Prep, a board member for Conquering CHD . We discuss Congenital Heart Disease, Sarah's battles that meant she can help other practitioners, and how her daughter inspired her to leave a lasting legacy. You can find out more about Sarah and the work she does over at https://sarahmichelleboes.com Join the FREE Facebook group for The Michael Brian Show at https://www.facebook.com/groups/themichaelbrianshow Follow Mike on Facebook Instagram & Twitter
Send us a textCritical Congenital Heart Disease and Infant Cancer.Chin S, Lupo PJ, Baer R, Hobbs CA, Chambers CD, Bandoli G.Pediatrics. 2025 Sep 25:e2025072934. doi: 10.1542/peds.2025-072934. Online ahead of print.PMID: 40992753 No abstract available.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!
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This week we review a landmark paper that came out this month on the topic of ACHD. How common is neurocognitive dysfunction amongst the ACHD patient population? What factors are associated with worse or better such outcomes? What interventions should be considered to mitigate these issues? What is the relationship between mental illness and neurocognitive dysfunction? Dr. Scott Cohen of The Medical College of Wisconsin and Dr. Ali Zaidi of The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai share their insights into their recent multicenter study. doi: 10.1016/j.jacc.2025.06.051Also featured after the article is a brief description of the upcoming Mount Sinai ACHD Conference called: Kawasaki Disease Across The Ages: From Childhood Onset To Adult Outcomes - The 4th Mount SInai ACHD Symposium. We speak with Dr. Nadine Choueiter who is the Course Director of this conference about the goals and objectives of the conference. Dr. Zaidi is the course co-director. For those interested in signing up, please go to this webpage:https://physicians.mountsinai.org/news/register-today-for-the-fourth-annual-mount-sinai-adult-congenital-heart-disease-symposium
Join host David Werho (UC San Diego/Rady Children's) and guests Carly Scahill (Colorado Children's), Lillian Su (Phoenix Children's), and Yaeji Kim (IG: @chd_doodles) as they discuss the upcoming 2025 PCICS Annual Meeting in Austin, TX, co-hosted by The Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease at Dell Children's Hospital. We speak about many of the plenary sessions, breakouts, social events, and things to do in Austin! Host/Editor/Producer: David Werho Platinum Sponsor: Prolacta BioScience
Editor's Summary by Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo, PhD, MD, MAS, Editor in Chief, and Preeti Malani, MD, MSJ, Deputy Editor of JAMA, the Journal of the American Medical Association, for articles published from August 23-29, 2025.
In this Make a Difference series episode of the She Believed She Could Podcast, Allison Walsh sits down with Noelle Schnacky, Miss Florida's Teen 2025 and founder of Hope for Heart Kids, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting children and families impacted by congenital heart disease (CHD). Inspired by the memory of her cousin Tyler, Noelle has turned personal heartbreak into national impact, raising awareness, funding research, and expanding hospital partnerships to improve the quality of life for heart families. She opens up about the journey of starting a nonprofit at 14, building community-driven campaigns, writing children's books to empower families, and using her platform to inspire confidence and faith in the next generation.Whether you're a parent, entrepreneur, or changemaker, this episode will leave you encouraged to follow your calling, no matter your age.✨ This series is proudly sponsored by AdventHealth for Women and Be a Mindleader.Memorable Moments“I had a dream, and I knew my passion and purpose were way greater than any excuse I could come up with.”On building partnerships: “I started at the Chamber of Commerce—and from there, it skyrocketed.”A heart family's testimony: “We've been reading your books every single night, and they're helping us get through having a congenital heart defect.”“CHD is 60 times more common than childhood cancer, but hardly anyone talks about it.”“If you really want to see God move in your life, it's the quiet place—what you're doing in your alone time—that prepares you for where He wants you to go.”“Hurt people hurt people. Instead of seeing haters as attackers, I see them as people I may be able to minister to.”
Variants in genes tied to both conditions derail the formation of cilia, the tiny hair-like structure found on almost every cell in the body, a new study finds.
Darshan H. Brahmbhatt, Podcast Editor of JACC: Advances, discusses a recently published original research paper on Incidence of Stroke in Adults With Congenital Heart Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
CardioNerds (Dr. Claire Cambron and Dr. Rawan Amir) join Dr. Ayan Purkayastha, Dr. David Song, and Dr. Justin Wang from NewYork-Presbyterian Queens for an afternoon of hot pot in downtown Flushing. They discuss a case of congenital heart disease presenting in adulthood. Expert commentary is provided by Dr. Su Yuan, and audio editing for this episode was performed by CardioNerds Intern, Julia Marques Fernandes. A 53-year-old woman with a past medical history of hypertension visiting from Guyana presented with 2 days of chest pain. EKG showed dominant R wave in V1 with precordial T wave inversions. Troponin levels were normal, however she was started on therapeutic heparin with plan for left heart catheterization. Her chest X-ray revealed dextrocardia and echocardiogram was suspicious for the systemic ventricle being the morphologic right ventricle with reduced systolic function and the pulmonic ventricle being the morphologic left ventricle. Patient underwent coronary CT angiography which confirmed diagnosis of congenitally corrected transposition of the great arteries (CCTGA) as well as minimal non-obstructive coronary artery disease. Her chest pain spontaneously improved and catheterization was deferred. Patient opted to follow with a congenital specialist back in her home country upon discharge. US Cardiology Review is now the official journal of CardioNerds! Submit your manuscript here. CardioNerds Case Reports PageCardioNerds Episode PageCardioNerds AcademyCardionerds Healy Honor Roll CardioNerds Journal ClubSubscribe to The Heartbeat Newsletter!Check out CardioNerds SWAG!Become a CardioNerds Patron! Pearls- A Case of Congenital Heart Disease Presenting in Adulthood Congenitally Corrected Transposition of the Great Arteries (CCTGA) is a rare and unique structural heart disease which presents as an isolated combination of atrioventricular and ventriculoarterial discordance resulting in physiologically corrected blood flow. CCTGA occurs due to L looping of the embryologic heart tube. As a result, the morphologic right ventricle outflows into the systemic circulation, and the morphologic left ventricle outflows into the pulmonary circulation. CCTGA is frequently associated with ventricular septal defects, pulmonic stenosis, tricuspid valve abnormalities and dextrocardia. CCTGA is often asymptomatic in childhood and can present later in adulthood with symptoms of morphologic right ventricular failure, tricuspid regurgitation, or cardiac arrhythmias. Systemic atrioventricular valve (SAVV) intervention can be a valuable option for treating right ventricular failure and degeneration of the morphologic tricuspid valve. notes- A Case of Congenital Heart Disease Presenting in Adulthood Notes were drafted by Ayan Purkayastha. What is the pathogenesis of Congenitally Corrected Transposition of the Great Arteries? Occurs due to disorders in the development of the primary cardiac tube Bulboventricular part of the primary heart forms a left-sided loop instead of right-sided loop, leading to the normally located atria being connected to morphologically incompatible ventricles This is accompanied by abnormal torsion of the aortopulmonary septum (transposition of the great vessels) As a result, there is ‘physiologic correction' of blood flow. Non-oxygenated blood flows into the right atrium and through the mitral valve into the morphologic left ventricle, which pumps blood into the pulmonary artery. Oxygenated blood from the pulmonary veins flows into the left atrium and through the tricuspid valve to the morphologic right ventricle, which pumps blood to the aorta. Compared with standard anatomy, the flow of blood is appropriate, but it is going through the incorrect ventricle on both sides. Frequent conditions associated with CCTGA include VSD, pulmonic stenosis and dextrocardia
Send us a textMonique Kemp's world turned upside down when her unborn son was diagnosed with an interrupted aortic arch at seven months of pregnancy. What followed was a harrowing journey through six open-heart surgeries, months of hospitalization, and the birth of something unexpected – a powerful vision for supporting other families facing similar challenges.From those early days sitting beside her newborn's hospital bed to founding Heart of Hope-Cape Town, Monique shares with raw honesty how she transformed her personal pain into purpose. Her support group, now running for 12 years, fills a critical gap she identified during those long hospital stays – medical staff trained to heal bodies, not necessarily to hold space for parents' emotional trauma.The conversation takes a dramatic turn when Monique reveals how her maternal instinct potentially saved her son's life. As Daniel entered his teen years, his complaints of pain were repeatedly dismissed as psychological by doctors who had known him since infancy. Only after switching to a new pediatrician did they discover his heart conduit had grown down into his stomach, displacing organs and causing genuine physical distress. This experience highlights a dangerous blind spot in CHD care–the critical transition period between ages 10-21 when patients are most likely to fall through the cracks.Perhaps most eye-opening is Monique's perspective on global CHD care disparities, comparing attitudes toward heart interventions between North and South India, and advocating passionately for what the CHD community needs most: to become "one voice" as prominent as the condition itself, which remains the number one birth defect worldwide.Whether you're a heart parent seeking community, a medical professional wanting deeper insight into patient experiences, or simply someone interested in how personal tragedy can transform into powerful advocacy, this conversation will leave you understanding why the CHD journey requires both medical expertise and emotional support that only other heart families can truly provide.Links Mentioned in the Episode:Top 20 Congenital Podcasts: https://podcast.feedspot.com/congenital_disorders_podcastsBaby Hearts Press: https://www.babyheartspress.comSupport the showAnna's Buzzsprout Affiliate LinkBaby Blue Sound CollectiveSocial Media Pages:Apple PodcastsFacebookInstagramMeWeTwitterYouTubeWebsite
In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, co-hosts Megan Murphy and Jen Smith speak with Megan Horsley on her involvement with an intensive tube feed weaning program. Megan is a pediatric dietitian at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. She has 18 years of experience in pediatrics with a focus in cardiology and currently practices as a Lead dietitian as well as a cardiac float, serving all areas of cardiology (the Critical Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, the Acute Care Cardiology Unit and Outpatient Cardiology). Her most recent work has involved establishing a tube wean program in 2020 for heart patients which focuses on optimizing oral skills and getting them safely off their feeding tube.She is a Certified Nutrition Support Clinician and in addition maintains her Certification as a Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition. She is involved in many projects, research, and quality improvement work, including the National Pediatric Cardiology Quality Improvement Collaborative (NPC-QIC), the Advanced Cardiac Therapies Improving Outcomes Network (ACTION) and the Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Society (PCICS). She has also served as a board member of the Congenital Heart Alliance of Cincinnati since 2017 and is a member of the Prolacta Clinical Advisory Board (PCAB) since 2019. Megan has eighteen years of professional practice in pediatric nutrition and twenty-one years of personal experience as a heart mom herself. She plans on continuing to concentrate her efforts on improving the nutritional care, experience and outcomes for all children affected by congenital heart disease.Nutrition Pearls is supported by an educational grant from Mead Johnson Nutrition.Resources:Tool Kit: NPC-QIC Tube Weaning — NPC-QICKaskie, S., Horsley, M., & Marcuccio, E. (2024). Experiences in Tube Weaning Children with Congenital Heart Disease and Oral Feeding Aversion. Pediatric Cardiology. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00246-024-03515-8Wong, J., Loomba, R., Allen, K. Y., Chan, T., Coolidge, N., Del Grippo, E., Horsley, M., Slater, N., Spader-Cloud, M., Steltzer, M., & Marcuccio, E. (2024). Structured Tube Weaning Using the Hunger Provocation Method in Infants with Single Ventricle Heart Defects: A Multicenter Study. Pediatric Cardiology. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00246-024-03558-xHorsley, M., Hill, G. D., Kaskie, S., Schnautz, M., Brown, J., & Marcuccio, E. (2022). Evaluation of an Outpatient and Telehealth Initiative to Reduce Tube Dependency in Infants with Complex Congenital Heart Disease. Pediatric Cardiology, 43(7), 1429–1437. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00246-022-02864-6Weaning from a feeding tube in children with congenital heart disease: A review of the literature: www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1058981321000801?via%3DihubCardiology Feeding Tube Wean ClinicProduced by: Corey IrwinNASPGHAN - Council for Pediatric Nutrition Professionalscpnp@naspghan.org
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Congenital heart disease is a general term for a range of birth defects that affect the normal way the heart works. The term “congenital” means the condition is present from birth. Today's guest was diagnosed with Endometriosis and after many years of fertility treatments including IVF her first child Jasper died in her arms 30 hours after he was born from congenital heart disease. Coping with the grief of child loss at the onset of a global pandemic has made, Jamala Arland passionate about supporting the community for bereaved mothers and normalizing grief through writing and speaking engagements. In todays episode, Jamala shares her journey through endometriosis, infertility, and finding out how her son had congenital heart disease. This episode is for you to listen to if you have battled infertility and infant loss. Become a Sisters in Loss Birth Bereavement, and Postpartum Doula Here Living Water Doula Services Book Recommendations and Links Below You can shop my Amazon Store for the Book Recommendations You can follow Sisters in Loss on Social Join our Black Moms in Loss Online Weekly Grief Support Group Join the Sisters in Loss Online Community Sisters in Loss TV Youtube Channel Sisters in Loss Instagram Sisters in Loss Facebook Sisters in Loss Twitter You can follow Erica on Social Erica's Website Erica's Instagram Erica's Facebook Erica's Twitter
Send us a textWhat happens when you've spent your whole life thinking your heart condition was "fixed," only to discover it's actually a lifelong journey? Elle Pendrick shares this profound revelation that came after her fourth open-heart surgery, forever changing how she understood her congenital heart disease.Born in 1983 with complex CHD in rural Australia, Elle's early years were defined by long journeys to Sydney for medical care. Growing up as the only person with a serious cardiac condition in her small town of Wagga Wagga created an isolating experience—one that shaped her understanding of her own health. The shocking realization at age 21 that her heart disease was not cured but rather a lifelong companion became a turning point in her identity and purpose.Elle takes us through her remarkable transition from viewing CHD as something to hide to embracing it as part of her story. Her evolution into advocacy work led her to help develop Australia's groundbreaking Standards of Care for Childhood Onset Heart Disease, which includes world-first mental health and neurodevelopmental standards. This unified approach shows how Australia's tight-knit CHD community has created comprehensive care models that focus on whole-person wellness rather than just cardiac function.The conversation explores fascinating comparisons between Australian and American healthcare systems, drawing from Elle's recent visit to the United States. Her insights reveal how different funding models, advocacy approaches, and support organizations shape patient experiences despite serving the same medical needs. Elle's perspective offers valuable lessons for anyone interested in healthcare policy and patient advocacy.Most powerfully, Elle describes transforming her medical journey into resources for others. Her book "Your Ultimate Surgery Success Guide" and her platform "Adulting Well" address practical challenges faced by those with chronic conditions—from workplace conversations and financial planning to mental health support. By sharing her expertise on navigating healthcare systems, Elle demonstrates how lived experience becomes a powerful tool for helping others.Join us for this inspirational conversation about resilience, advocacy, and finding purpose through personal challenge. If you're facing a chronic health condition or supporting someone who is, Elle's wisdom offers both practical guidance and heartfelt encouragement.Global ARCH's leadership training opportunity: https://global-arch.org/advocacy-training/ Elle's Book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCV2TCQZElle's Website: https://www.adultingwell.au/Elle's Blog: https://www.adultingwell.au/BlogElle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adultingwell/Support the showAnna's Buzzsprout Affiliate LinkBaby Blue Sound CollectiveSocial Media Pages:Apple PodcastsFacebookInstagramMeWeTwitterYouTubeWebsite
Focus Issue on Digital Health and Congenital Heart Disease
Darshan H. Brahmbhatt, Podcast Editor of JACC: Advances, discusses a recently published original research paper on Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Agonist Use in Adults With Congenital Heart Disease: Effect, Safety, and Outcomes.
Opportunities to the IC in the Management of Congenital Heart Disease
What if turning a personal struggle into a business could not only change your life but also impact countless others? Join us as we chat with the inspiring Sarah Michelle Bose, who transformed her battle with test anxiety into MP Reviews, a thriving educational resource. During the pandemic, Sarah's innovative Life Study Groups provided students with essential guidance and mental health support. As a mother, author, and entrepreneur, her journey from nurse practitioner to successful businesswoman showcases how personal challenges can fuel incredible achievements. In our conversation, Sarah opens up about her strategic journey in the business world, including the successful sale of her company, which was initially just a valuation exercise. Her focus on nursing and mental health extends beyond her business, as evidenced by her impactful donation of $15 million to establish the Bose Family Congenital Heart Institute. Sarah's memoir sheds light on her experiences with obsessive-compulsive disorder, and her activism in mental health and congenital heart disease awareness adds layers to her enduring legacy. Explore Sarah's story and her unwavering commitment to making a difference at sarahmichellebowes.com. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Introduction and Welcome to Business Legacy Podcast 00:00:45 - Sarah Michelle Bose's Background: From Nurse to Entrepreneur 00:02:00 - The Origin of MP Reviews During the COVID Pandemic 00:03:30 - Addressing Test Anxiety and Building Confidence 00:05:00 - Rapid Growth and Success of the Initial Course 00:06:15 - Balancing Roles: Mother, Author, Entrepreneur 00:08:08 - Legacy Through Business and Activism 00:09:00 - The Decision to Sell MP Reviews 00:10:30 - Sarah's Memoir and OCD Diagnosis 00:12:00 - $15 Million Donation and Establishment of Bose Family Congenital Heart Institute 00:13:15 - Activism in Mental Health and Congenital Heart Disease Awareness 00:14:30 - Sarah's Future Goals and Personal Legacy 00:16:00 - Where to Learn More About Sarah Michelle Bose 00:17:00 - Closing Remarks and Gratitude for Listening to the Legacy Podcast Episode Resources: Find out more about Sarah and what she is doing now here: https://sarahmichelleboes.com/ Legacy Podcast: For more information about the Legacy Podcast and its co-hosts, visit businesslegacypodcast.com. Leave a Review: If you enjoyed the episode, leave a review and rating on your preferred podcast platform. For more information: Visit businesslegacypodcast.com to access the shownotes and additional resources on the episode.
Send us a textDouble Jeopardy: A Distinct Mortality Pattern Among Preterm Infants with Congenital Heart Disease.Higgins BV, Levy PT, Ball MK, Kim M, Peyvandi S, Steurer MA.Pediatr Cardiol. 2025 Apr;46(4):939-946. doi: 10.1007/s00246-024-03519-4. Epub 2024 Jun 12.PMID: 38864860 Free PMC article.As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!
Send us a textSimilarities and Differences in the Neurodevelopmental Outcome of Children with Congenital Heart Disease and Children Born Very Preterm at School Entry.Wehrle FM, Bartal T, Adams M, Bassler D, Hagmann CF, Kretschmar O, Natalucci G, Latal B.J Pediatr. 2022 Nov;250:29-37.e1. doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2022.05.047. Epub 2022 Jun 2.PMID: 35660491 Free article.As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!
Send us a textDeclining Incidence of Postoperative Neonatal Brain Injury in Congenital Heart Disease.Peyvandi S, Xu D, Barkovich AJ, Gano D, Chau V, Reddy VM, Selvanathan T, Guo T, Gaynor JW, Seed M, Miller SP, McQuillen P.J Am Coll Cardiol. 2023 Jan 24;81(3):253-266. doi: 10.1016/j.jacc.2022.10.029.PMID: 36653093 Free PMC article.As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!
Send us a textIntegrated cardiac care models of neonates with congenital heart disease: the evolving role of the neonatologist.Hamrick SEG, Ball MK, Rajgarhia A, Johnson BA, DiGeronimo R, Levy PT; Children's Hospital Neonatal Consortium (CHNC) Cardiac Focus Group.J Perinatol. 2021 Jul;41(7):1774-1776. doi: 10.1038/s41372-021-01117-3. Epub 2021 Jun 17.PMID: 34140645 No abstract available.As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!
In this episode, we review the high-yield topic Congenital Heart Disease from the Pediatrics section at Medbullets.comFollowMedbullets on social media:Facebook: www.facebook.com/medbulletsInstagram: www.instagram.com/medbulletsofficialTwitter: www.twitter.com/medbulletsLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/medbullets
Due to advancements in medical and surgical care, the survival of patients with congenital conditions into adulthood has dramatically increased. However, as these individuals transition to adulthood, their unique physiology, chronic complications, and evolving care needs create significant challenges for their management when they are admitted to adult intensive care units (ICUs). This episode will discuss adult congenital disease in the ICU. Dr. Zanotti is joined by Dr. Cameron Dezfulian, a pediatric and adult critical care physician. He is the director of the Adult Congenital Heart Disease Program Development for the Section of Critical Care at Texas Children's Hospital and a faculty member at Cardiothoracic Critical Care at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center. He is also a Senior Faculty member at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Additional resources: ACC/AHA 2008 Guidelines for the Management of Adults With Congenital Heart Disease. Circulation 2008: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/pdf/10.1161/CIRCULATIONAHA.108.190690 Special Considerations in Critical of the Congenital Heart Disease Patient. E Neethling, et al. Can J Cardiol. 2023: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36682483/ Management of the Critically Ill Adult with Congenital Heart Disease. WB Kratzert, et al. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2018: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29500124/ Adults with childhood-onset chronic conditions admitted to US pediatric and adult intensive care units. J Edwards, et al. J Crit Care 2015: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25466316/ Down Syndrome. MJ Bull. N Eng J Med 2020. https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMra1706537 Books and Music mentioned in this episode: The Bible: https://bit.ly/3EK4LL6
This special issue of JACC is dedicated to the essential role of cardiovascular surgery in advancing modern cardiology.
This week on Health Matters, as we continue to observe Heart Month, we will explore the role that genetics play in heart health.Understanding your family history of cardiovascular health is essential. In fact, about 30% of heart disease can be linked to family history. We speak with Dr. Jessica Hennessy, a clinical cardiac electrophysiologist and cardiogenetics expert at NewYork-Presbyterian and Columbia to help break down which heart conditions and risk factors may be inherited. She provides valuable insight on effectively managing heart health, including the importance of lifestyle modifications in preventing heart disease, including for individuals with a genetic predisposition. She also explains who should get genetic testing and what that process looks like.___ Dr. Jessica Hennessey specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology, with a special focus on Sports & Exercise Cardiology. She practices primarily in New York, NY, and is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Dr. Hennessey graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 2014, and completed her training at Massachusetts General Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center and NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. She is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease and Cardiac Electrophysiology. ___ Health Matters is your weekly dose of health and wellness information, from the leading experts. Join host Courtney Allison to get news you can use in your own life. New episodes drop each Wednesday. If you are looking for practical health tips and trustworthy information from world-class doctors and medical experts you will enjoy listening to Health Matters. Health Matters was created to share stories of science, care, and wellness that are happening every day at NewYork-Presbyterian, one of the nation's most comprehensive, integrated academic healthcare systems. In keeping with NewYork-Presbyterian's long legacy of medical breakthroughs and innovation, Health Matters features the latest news, insights, and health tips from our trusted experts; inspiring first-hand accounts from patients and caregivers; and updates on the latest research and innovations in patient care, all in collaboration with our renowned medical schools, Columbia and Weill Cornell Medicine. To learn more visit: https://healthmatters.nyp.org
In this episode Matthew E. Oster, MD, MPH, FAAP, discusses a new algorithm to help screen for CCHD before infants leave the hospital. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk to Dylan B. Jackson, PhD, MS, and Rebecca L. Fix, PhD, MS, about how when Black families talk about potential police interactions, children feel less stressed.
We have SLPs who niche….and then we have SLPs who super-niche. Meet this week's guest on the podcast, Nashifa Hooda Momin SLP.D, CCC-SLP. Nashifa joins us this week to tell us all about the world of speech-language pathology in the care of infants with congenital heart disease (CHD)…like I said, super-niche! This episode is packed […] The post 349 – Tiny Hearts, Big Impact: The super-niche of congenital heart disease in infants with Nashifa Hooda Momin SLP.D, CCC-SLP appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast.
On todays show I am chatting with a dear friend, Lacey Berlau as she shares what it has been like navigating life with her daughter Charlotte, who has congenital heart disease. Since Charlotte's diagnosis at a 20-week ultrasound, Lacey has faced numerous challenges, including Charlotte undergoing seven open-heart surgeries, the 7th one being just six weeks ago. Through these trying times, Lacey highlights the importance of a strong support system, open communication with her family, especially her son Grant, and a deep reliance on faith. Charlotte's Coupe Club was founded in the Spring of 2023 providing cars and wagons for Texas Childrens Hospital and their patients to enjoy. Donate to Charlotte's Coupe Club To connect with Lacey: Instagram Connect with Courtney: Website~Instagram~Facebook
Did you know that February is American Heart Month? We're celebrating by bringing awareness to cardiovascular health disparities, especially those that impact Black women. Joining us for this conversation is Dr. Jayne Morgan, Cardiologist and the Executive Director of the Covid Task Force at the Piedmont Healthcare Corporation in Atlanta, GA. In addition to being published in the areas of Congenital Heart Disease and Interventional Cardiology, Dr. Morgan currently serves as a Board Member of the National Diversity and Inclusion team at the American Heart Association. During our conversation, Dr. Morgan explains what it means to have a healthy heart, how race and gender play a part in the healthcare system's treatment of heart-related issues, and what Black women should be aware of to preserve healthy hearts for a lifetime. About the Podcast The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible versions of ourselves. Resources & Announcements Visit our Amazon Store for all the books mentioned on the podcast. Grab your copy of Sisterhood Heals. Where to Find Dr. Morgan Website Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube LinkedIn Stay Connected Is there a topic you'd like covered on the podcast? Submit it at therapyforblackgirls.com/mailbox. If you're looking for a therapist in your area, check out the directory at https://www.therapyforblackgirls.com/directory. Take the info from the podcast to the next level by joining us in the Therapy for Black Girls Sister Circle community.therapyforblackgirls.com Grab your copy of our guided affirmation and other TBG Merch at therapyforblackgirls.com/shop. The hashtag for the podcast is #TBGinSession. Make sure to follow us on social media: Twitter: @therapy4bgirls Instagram: @therapyforblackgirls Facebook: @therapyforblackgirls Our Production Team Executive Producers: Dennison Bradford & Maya Cole Howard Producers: Fredia Lucas & Ellice Ellis Production Intern: Zariah Taylor See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.