Recent research in the Journal of Pediatrics reports on infants with congenital heart defects (CHD) with a history of surgical repair who were assessed at 5 years of age for developmental and functional outcomes.  The study revealed that children with this medical history are at risk for learning difficulties and social skills at 5 years old.

Reference:  Manjnemer, A MD, Limperopoulos, C. PhD, Shevell, M. MD et al. (2008) Developmental and Functional Outcomes at School Entry in Children with Congenital Heart Defects.  Journal of Pediatrics 152(3): A3.

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