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Adults with congenital heart disease: what every cardiologist should know about their care

Werner Budts1,2, Katja Prokšelj3, Daniel Lovrić4

  • 1Congenital and Structural Cardiology, University Hospitals Leuven, Herestraat 49, B-3000 Leuven, Belgium.

European Heart Journal
|October 25, 2024
PubMed

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Adults with congenital heart disease (CHD) require specialized care. This guide helps non-specialist healthcare professionals manage these patients effectively, addressing knowledge gaps in CHD care.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD)

Background:

  • Growing population of adult patients with congenital heart disease (CHD).
  • Healthcare professionals face challenges due to insufficient training on CHD sequelae and residual lesions.
  • Increasing need for specialized knowledge among non-CHD specialists.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide essential guidance for non-CHD healthcare professionals managing adult CHD patients.
  • To outline key areas of concern and specific management needs for this growing patient cohort.
  • To improve the quality of care for adults with CHD in non-specialized settings.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature and clinical practice guidelines for adult CHD.
  • Identification of common residual lesions and sequelae post-intervention.
  • Synthesis of management strategies for non-CHD specialists.

Main Results:

  • Adult CHD patients have unique and complex healthcare needs.
  • Lack of comprehensive training leads to potential gaps in care.
  • Specific guidance is crucial for effective management in non-specialist settings.

Conclusions:

  • Non-specialist healthcare providers need enhanced awareness and knowledge of adult CHD.
  • Standardized guidance can improve care quality and patient outcomes.
  • Bridging the knowledge gap is essential for the evolving landscape of cardiovascular care.

Keywords:
Congenital heart diseaseGeneral cardiologyNon-congenital

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