The Fontan procedure is usually part of a series of operations for single ventricle anomalies. Learn about the operation.
Read about fenestration closure after a Fontan operation, a surgery to close the hole between your child's heart and the tunnel that moves blood to the lungs.
The Norwood procedure is usually done as part of a series of surgeries to help the ventricle pump blood out to the body.
Read about pulmonary atresia; a condition involving the pulmonary valve, between the right ventricle and pulmonary artery, not forming completely.
Learn about hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS). This condition involves the left side of the heart being underdeveloped, and is extremely serious.
Learn about tricuspid atresia, a condition involving blood passing through a hole in the atrial septum and mixing with blood coming back from the lungs.
Learn about safe levels of activity for adults with congenital heart disease. Activity generally has positive effects on the body and its organs.
The risk of complications involved with surgical procedures to correct congenital heart disease is very low.
Learn about the treatment of heart conditions. Find out about the different types of heart treatment and the right questions you should ask the doctor about the treatment.
The hybrid procedure is sometimes done instead of the Norwood procedure. A heart surgeon and an interventional cardiologist do the procedure.
The Glenn procedure is done when not enough blood is getting to the lungs. Learn about this procedure and the risks associated with it.
In the Ross procedure, the child's abnormal aortic valve is replaced with the child's own healthy pulmonary valve.
A list of helpful glossary terms for Teens Taking Charge Managing Your Hemophilia program.
Here is an introduction to scoliosis surgery. Links are provided to pages that give information about what will happen before, during, and after surgery.
A list of resources for young people who may be questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation.
Learn what happens during your child's autologous blood and marrow transplant (BMT) procedure.
Sterile gloves are necessary for procedures that use antiseptic non-touch technique. Learn how to properly put on sterile gloves to avoid contamination.
Both cancer and cancer treatments can cause a range of symptoms. Find out why this is and hear from other teens about their experiences.
Balloon angioplasty, also known as balloon dilation, is used to expand narrowed blood vessels. Read more about angioplasty.
