Practical Guide to Congenital Cardiology

Practical Guide to Congenital CardiologyThis book is intended to enhance the understanding of the basic anatomy and physiology of congenital heart defects, as well as the common surgical and transcatheter forms of repair. Each lesion is represented on a single page by a basic illustration, along with a description of the anatomy and pathophysiology, typical signs and symptoms, and guidelines for fluid and oxygen administration for the specific lesion. There are four key sections: 1. Basic

This book is intended to enhance the understanding of the basic anatomy and physiology of congenital heart defects, as well as the common surgical and transcatheter forms of repair. Each lesion is represented on a single page by a basic illustration, along with a description of the anatomy and pathophysiology, typical signs and symptoms, and guidelines for fluid and oxygen administration for the specific lesion.

There are four key sections:
1. Basic Physiologic Concepts
2. Congenital Heart Defects
3. Cardiac Surgical Repairs
4. Cardiac Defects associated with Syndromes

Although the information in this guide is general, it is intended to facilitate recognition of baseline versus unstable circulation, and promote a greater degree of comfort in providing early supportive measures while awaiting subspecialty care for children with these lesions.