Understanding a child’s cardiac journey from diagnosis to surgery will differ for every family. Just as your child’s care is unique, our cardiac surgical program is also very specialized. Below are a few key resources to help prepare you and your family as your child’s surgery approaches.
It is important to follow fasting instructions. Your child’s surgery may be cancelled if they have eaten or have not followed the fasting requirements for liquids.You play an important role in reducing your child’s risk of infection by bathing or showering before a procedure. Bathing or showering with soap lowers the chance of a surgical site infection.
