Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery

Pediatric cardiovascular surgery involves specialized surgical procedures to treat heart problems in children, such as congenital heart defects present at birth. These surgeries aim to repair or improve the heart's structure and function, ensuring proper blood flow and oxygen delivery throughout the body. Techniques vary depending on the defect but often include open-heart surgery, where the surgeon may operate on the heart while it is temporarily stopped and connected to a heart-lung machine. Advances in this field have significantly improved survival rates and quality of life for children with heart conditions, allowing many to lead healthy, active lives.