Is surgery successful for congenital heart disease in newborns?

The success rate of surgery for congenital heart disease in newborns is high, depending on the type and severity of the heart malformation and the timing of the surgery. Early diagnosis and timely surgery are the key to improving the success rate. Common surgical methods include cardiac repair, catheter intervention and heart transplantation. A detailed evaluation is required before surgery, and close monitoring and care are required after surgery.

1. Cardiac repair is a common method for treating congenital heart disease. It is suitable for structural malformations such as atrial septal defect and ventricular septal defect. The surgery repairs heart defects and restores normal heart function through open-chest or minimally invasive techniques. After the operation, attention should be paid to preventing infection and regular review of heart function.

2. Catheter intervention is a minimally invasive surgery, suitable for diseases such as patent ductus arteriosus and pulmonary artery stenosis. The occluder or balloon is sent into the heart through the catheter to repair the defect. The surgery is less invasive and the recovery is fast, but the indications must be strictly controlled to avoid complications.

3. Heart transplantation is the last resort for treating severe congenital heart disease and is suitable for complex deformities that cannot be repaired by other surgeries. The operation is high-risk and requires matching with a suitable donor. Immunosuppressants need to be taken for a long time after the operation to prevent rejection.

The success rate of neonatal congenital heart disease surgery is affected by many factors, including surgical techniques, postoperative care, and the child's own condition. Parents should actively cooperate with doctors, pay attention to the child's postoperative recovery, and conduct regular checkups to ensure the effectiveness of the surgery.