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Knowing your family's cardiac history can help clinicians take preventative steps to reduce the risk of serious health effects for you — and your children.
Published on in CHOP News
The Philadelphia Adult Congenital Heart Center is the only program of its kind in the region, and treats all types of congenital heart conditions in adult.
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The Cardiac Center held a conference for adolescents and young adults aged 14 to 22 years old with heart disease who will require lifelong cardiology care.
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A research team from the Philadelphia Adult Congenital Heart Program reported excellent outcomes in performing heart transplants in patients who had adult congenital heart disease (ACHD).
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Adults living with congenital heart disease (CHD) may have a significantly higher risk of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) than people in the general population.
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Unique collaboration between The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania Hospital makes sure patients don't fall through the cracks as they grow.
Published on in Cardiac Connection
Pregnant patients with high-risk congenital cardiac lesions such as critical aortic stenosis are best served in an experienced adult congenital heart disease center.
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At the Philadelphia Adult Congenital Heart Center patients get the support of a comprehensive team that spans two world-renowned institutions: surgeons, cardiologists and two experienced nurse practitioners from CHOP and Penn Medicine.
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At Cardiology 2012 Conference, medical experts from around the world gather to share the latest research, treatments and outcomes for children with heart disease.