Question
How should one handle the case where a one-year-old child’s external skeletal structure around the heart has not developed normally?
Answer
Many congenital heart diseases in newborns are not diagnosed in the early stages, leading to the progression of the condition and the development of various complications, thereby missing out on treatment opportunities. For example, complications such as Eisenmenger syndrome in congenital heart disease may result in the loss of opportunity for surgery due to surgical contraindications, leading to many children dying prematurely. It is generally believed that the earlier congenital heart disease surgery is performed, the better the outcome, making early detection and diagnosis of congenital heart problems in newborns crucial for treatment. It is usually recommended that if a one-year-old child’s external skeletal structure around the heart has not developed normally, one should seek an evaluation and treatment recommendation from a specialist as soon as possible. As for the timing of surgery, it needs to be determined based on the specific type of heart disease, its severity, and individual circumstances. Generally speaking, for some mild to moderate congenital heart diseases, surgery can be performed when the child is older; while for severe patients, surgery may need to be performed at a younger age. The postoperative complications depend on various factors, including the type of surgery, the patient’s age, the severity of the heart disease, and postoperative care and recovery. Possible complications include heart failure, infection, arrhythmias, etc. However, with the advancement of medical technology, many complications can be controlled through appropriate treatment and monitoring. In summary, for a one-year-old child with underdeveloped external skeletal structure around