Care and Prevention of Malnutrition in Pediatric Patients with Congenital Heart Disease of The Green Type. Newborns to 6 Years Old Before Undergoing Surgery to Correct Heart Abnormalities

Abstract

Cardiovascular disease in children is very important to their survival. Especially the group that has symptoms of cyanosis. The disorder results in hypoxia. From a study of statistics around the world, approximately 8 cases were found. per 1,000 live births from statistics in pediatric heart disease clinics Siriraj Hospital, in 2023, a total of 2,144 children were admitted for treatment and were diagnosed with malnutrition. 192 cases. This condition causes children to grow slowly and get tired easily because venous blood is mixed in the red blood that goes to the body. Normally, venous blood does not mix with red blood. As a result, the oxygen level is lower than normal. This group of children needs surgery. This method can be done from infancy. Some people have to wait for their cardiovascular characteristics, age, and body weight to be appropriate in order to have surgery to correct all abnormalities. While waiting for surgery at home, caregivers play a very important role in raising children to have a healthy body. Close to normal children as much as possible, reducing complications especially malnutrition.
This article aims to care for and prevent malnutrition in pediatric patients with congenital heart disease. Congenital cyanosis from birth to age 6 years before undergoing surgery to correct heart abnormalities. Aim for caregivers have knowledge and understanding Have the skills to properly care for children while waiting for surgery at home Moderators can manage nutrition appropriately To prevent complications and severe symptoms of the disease The aim is for these children. Have a body ready to undergo surgery to correct heart abnormalities and be in line with the doctor’s treatment plan.