This procedure is done in the cardiac catheterization lab. Your doctor should offer you the best option for your child. Some of these defects can be corrected by surgical treatment. Fortunately, surgical treatment is often possible a week after the child is born and full recovery is possible. These heart defects can be diagnosed through prenatal ultrasonography and amniocentesis.
Pulmonary stenosis is the second most common congenital heart disease.
About 32,000 babies are born each year with cardiovascular defects. At least 35 types of cardiovascular defects are recognized. About 1,000,000 Americans with cardiovascular defects are alive today. In the United States, congenital conditions occur in eight per 1,000 live births. Always check with your doctor if you have any questions or concerns about a specific condition.