Can congenital heart disease be detected during pregnancy?

During pregnancy, congenital heart disease can be screened out through prenatal examinations, but specific diagnosis and confirmation require professional evaluation.

Congenital heart disease is a type of disease in which the fetal cardiovascular structure is abnormal during development, and is common in early pregnancy. Some types of congenital heart disease are mild, but some complex conditions may have a greater impact on the health and growth of the fetus after birth. The development of modern medical technology makes it possible to detect these problems early during pregnancy.

During pregnancy, echocardiography is the main means of detecting fetal congenital heart disease. Detailed prenatal ultrasound screening is usually performed in the second trimester (18 to 24 weeks), when the fetal organs are more fully developed, which is conducive to observing the structure and function of the heart. Some significant heart malformations can be identified by experienced doctors through B-ultrasound. For high-risk pregnant women, such as those with a family history of heart disease, a history of infection during pregnancy, or the use of certain special medications, a more detailed fetal heart ultrasound may be recommended.

It is recommended to have regular prenatal checkups during pregnancy and fully communicate with the obstetrician. If necessary, you can go to a specialist hospital for fetal heart ultrasound evaluation. If you find any suspected abnormalities, do not be anxious. You should consult a professional doctor as soon as possible to make a clear diagnosis and develop a reasonable delivery and newborn management plan.