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Coarctation and coarctation syndrome. A 5-year review
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Early surgery for neonates with coarctation of the aorta presenting with heart failure significantly reduces mortality. This study reviews 57 pediatric cases, highlighting outcomes and management strategies for this critical congenital heart defect.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Cardiology
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Surgical Outcomes
Background:
- Coarctation of the aorta is a serious congenital heart defect.
- Many infants present within the first year of life, with over half as neonates.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present the management and treatment outcomes for children with coarctation of the aorta.
- To analyze factors influencing surgical mortality in this pediatric population.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 57 children diagnosed with coarctation of the aorta.
- Analysis of surgical outcomes, including mortality rates, for 50 patients who underwent surgical repair.
Main Results:
- Overall surgical mortality was 14% among 50 operated patients.
- Higher mortality rates were observed in younger infants, often linked to associated cardiac anomalies.
Conclusions:
- Early surgical intervention for neonates with coarctation of the aorta and heart failure is recommended.
- Prompt treatment can significantly decrease mortality in high-risk infant populations.
Abstract:
The management of and results of treatment in 57 children with coarctation of the aorta are presented. In this series, 75% of the patients presented in the 1st year of life and 51% presented as neonates. Among the 50 patients who underwent surgery the total surgical mortality rate was 14%. The higher mortality in young infants is closely related to associated cardiac anomalies. We suggest that neonates with coarctation presenting with heart failure should be operated on early, as this significantly reduces the mortality.