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Treatment

Congenital heart defects usually are treated by a pediatric cardiologist and possibly a cardiac surgeon. Treatment for congenital heart defects, whether they are detected at birth or later in life, may involve medication, surgery, or a combination of both.

Medications
A number of medicines may be used to treat congenital heart defects. Prostaglandin is a medication that is often used to help blood flow more easily through the lungs and body. This medication may be used until su...Read the full article