Self Care
Congenital heart disease is a life long condition. Understanding your condition and what you need to do is vital. Your doctors and nurses will provide you with information on how best to care for yourself.
The information in this section is provided as a resource and is of a general nature. You are encouraged to review your specific condition with your doctor or nurse.
Congenital heart conditions
Visit the American Heart Association website for information on:
Aortic valve stenosis and insufficiency
Complete atrioventricular canal defect
Transposition of the great arteries
Ventricular septal defectww.americanheart.org
Glossary of congenital heart terms
Insurance, legal issues and advanced directives
Physical activity and exercise
Cardiomyopathy Society
Canadian Marfan Association
Coumadin