Tetralogy of Fallot — What Parents Need to Know After a TOF Diagnosis
What Parents Need to Know After a TOF Diagnosis: Tetralogy of Fallot — TOF — is the most common cyanotic congenital heart defect, and a diagnosis that most parents receive with no preparation and very little information about what comes next. If your baby has just been diagnosed with TOF, this guide explains what it …
What Is ASD (Atrial Septal Defect)? Can It Be Closed Without Surgery?
ASD — Atrial Septal Defect — is a hole in the wall between the two upper chambers of the heart, and it is one of the most common congenital heart defects found in children and adults. The good news: most ASDs can be closed completely, either with a simple catheter-based device or with surgery — …