Geographical and Language-Based Factors Associated with Neurodevelopmental Follow-Up in Children with Congenital Heart Disease - Takeaways - MDSpire

Geographical and Language-Based Factors Associated with Neurodevelopmental Follow-Up in Children with Congenital Heart Disease

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  • Lorena Galvan

  • Marshall Brown

  • Marnina Gottesman

  • Melissa Hathaway

  • Titus Chan

  • June 29, 2026

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    Infants with complex congenital heart disease are at increased risk for neurodevelopmental delays and disorders.

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    Current guidelines recommend developmental evaluations during infancy, toddlerhood, preschool, and formal schooling.

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    Reported attendance rates at cardiac neurodevelopmental clinics during toddler age are approximately 30%.

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    Factors affecting CNC attendance include scheduling, travel distance, insurance status, and sociodemographic factors.

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    The study aims to assess the impact of geographical and language-based factors on CNC attendance in pediatric patients.

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Geographical and Language-Based Factors Associated with Neurodevelopmental Follow-Up in Children with Congenital Heart Disease

  • by Lorena Galvan, Marshall Brown, Marnina Gottesman, Melissa Hathaway, Titus Chan

  • June 29, 2026

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