What are the risks and recovery expectations?
Risks include bleeding, infection, arrhythmias, coronary artery issues, and rarely, need for reoperation. Recovery involves a hospital stay of 21–30 days, with the first week in intensive care. Full recovery at home takes 2–3 months, during which the infant will need regular follow-up with a pediatric cardiologist. Most children grow and develop normally after successful surgery.
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