Congenital Heart Disease

There are many different congenital (present at birth) heart defects that require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.

Use the following links for more information:

• Congenital Heart Disease
  • Overview of Congenital Heart Disease
  • Factors Contributing to Congenital Heart Disease
  • Living With Congenital Heart Disease
  • Fetal Circulation
  • Heart Defects Causing Extra Blood Flow Through the Lungs
  • Heart Defects Causing Obstructions to Blood Flow
  • Heart Defects: Too Little Blood Flow Through Lungs
  • Complex Heart Problems

Pediatric Cardiovascular Care
at Rush

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, is a leader in caring for children of all ages, from newborns through young adults.

At Rush, physicians from more than 30 specialties address the full range of pediatric diseases and congenital problems, from the common to the complex. Rush pediatricians, pediatric surgeons, nurses and other health professionals provide care that aims to fulfill community needs, empower parents and advance pediatric care.

For more information about the pediatric cardiovascular care at Rush visit the Pediatric Cardiovascular Services home page.

Or phone (888) RUSH-KID or (888) 787-4543.

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