Congenital heart defects can affect the heart's walls, blood vessels or valves. This causes an abnormal flow of blood which does not circulate properly thereby causing impaired heart function.

Bronny James, the oldest son of NBA superstar LeBron James, has been diagnosed with an “anatomically and functionally significant Congenital Heart Defect which can and will be treated,” a ...

“Novocaine” is now in theaters, and its entire premise hinges on the idea that its hero simply cannot feel pain. Naturally, it begs the question: Is his genetic condition real?

Congenital heart disease is one of the most common birth defects where the structure of the heart and the blood vessels get affected, leading to cyanosis, swelling in legs, rapid heartbeat and ...

Deciphering the digenic architecture of congenital heart disease using trio exome sequencing data. The American Journal of Human Genetics , 2025; DOI: 10.1016/j.ajhg.2025.01.024 Cite This Page : ...

South Africa faces a significant public health challenge with a reported 1 739 congenital syphilis cases in 2023, far exceeding the global target. This article explores the implications, causes ...

A large number of babies were diagnosed with congenital syphilis in Tamil Nadu in 2023-24 compared to the previous years. It went from five babies in 2022-23 to 600 in 2023-24, according to a ...

Congenital heart defects are defined as structural abnormalities in the heart or nearby blood vessels that develop before birth. Worldwide, that amounts to 9 out of every 1,000 live births, ...

Learn what causes giant congenital melanocytic nevi, what they look like, what potential complications may occur, and what doctors may advise for treatment. Healthline Health Conditions ...

Doctors emphasize the importance of counseling for families of children suffering from untreatable congenital heart conditions, highlighting the emotional and financial burden they face as they ...

Congenital hepatic fibrosis is a rare type of liver disease that a person is born with. It occurs when the bile ducts and hepatic portal system do not develop correctly before birth.