Question

Are congenital heart disease and sleep related?

Answer

Congenital heart disease is a congenital anomaly caused by abnormal growth and development of the heart and great vessels during fetal development. It is the most common type of heart disease in children, with ventricular septal defect being the most common. Currently, it is believed to be related to intrinsic factors such as genetics, as well as extrinsic factors such as intrauterine infection, particularly early pregnancy infections with viruses like rubella, influenza, mumps, and other infections. Other factors include the mother’s deficiency of folic acid, exposure to radiation, medication use, metabolic diseases such as diabetes, hypercalcemia, and intrauterine asphyxia due to other conditions. Generally, there is no direct relationship between the condition and insufficient naps during the day.