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Turek World Journal for Pediatric - [Interview with Dr. Richard Jonas (Full)](https://wspchs.org/interview-with-dr-richard-jonas/) - Dr. Jonas attended the University of Adelaide Medical School in Adelaide South Australia. He undertook his general surgical training at the Royal Melbourne Hospital in Melbourne Australia and subsequently his cardiothoracic surgical training at Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne and Green Lane Hospital in Auckland New Zealand. After fellowships at the Brigham and Women's Hospital - [29 Online First Articles. July 9, 2026](https://wspchs.org/29-online-first-articles-july-9-2026/) - Online first · May 28, 2026 A Single-Center Clinical Analysis of 121 Pediatric Cases with Pulmonary Atresia and Ventricular Septal Defect Undergoing the Pulmonary Artery Flow Study Fan Cao, Wenhua Liu, Rongjun Zou, Lijuan Li, Na Zhou, Chengbin Zhou, Li Ma World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Ahead of Print.Background: This study analyzed - [July 2026, Vol. 17, No. 4 Published](https://wspchs.org/july-2026-vol-17-no-4-published/) - pp. 435–440 · December 3, 2025 Neopulmonary Valve Reconstruction Using Autologous Right Atrial Appendage: Early Single-Center Results Shiraslan Bakhshaliyev, Bahruz Aliyev, Cabir Gulmaliyev, Elvin Memiyev, Ergin Arslanoğlu, Khayala Mammadova, Lamiya Sultanova, Aynur Abbasaliyeva, Ramin Verdikhanov, Fakhri Garayev World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Volume 17, Issue 4, Page 435-440, July 2026.Introduction:Right ventricular outflow - [10 Online First Articles. May 15, 2026](https://wspchs.org/10-online-first-articles-may-15-2026/) - Online first · May 2, 2026 The History of Partially Palliated (Post-Bidirectional Glenn) Patients with Univentricular Physiology in Mumbai, India Dhiraj Kumar, Aditi Parimoo, Girish R. Sabnis, Ajay U. Mahajan, Charan P. Lanjewar, Ankita Kulkarni, Punya Pratap Kujur World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Ahead of Print.Background: Management of patients with univentricular physiology - [Cardiac Transplantation for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease - March 28, 2026](https://wspchs.org/cardiac-transplantation-for-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-disease-march-28-2026/) - The Program Co-chairsJeffrey P JacobsGainesville, USA Darshan ReddyDurban, South Africa Luiz CaneoSao Paulo, Brazil History of Cardiac Transplantation for Pediatric and Congenital Heart DiseaseJames K. KirklinBirmingham, USA Status of Cardiac Transplantation for Pediatric and Congenital Heart DiseaseJoseph RossanoPhiladelphia, USA ABO-incompatible Cardiac TransplantationPeter PelletierGainesville, USA Cardiac Transplantation in Adults with Congenital Heart DiseaseMark BleiweisGainesville, USA Status - [Lung Transplantation and Multi-Organ Transplantation for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease - April 25, 2026](https://wspchs.org/lung-transplantation-and-multi-organ-transplantation-for-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-disease-april-25-2026/) - The ProgramCo-chairsJeffrey P JacobsGainesville, USAAttilio LottoLiverpool, UKCurrent Status of Lung Transplantation and Combined Heart-Lung Transplantation for Pediatric and Congenital Heart DiseaseMarc SchecterGainesville, USADisparities in Lung Transplantation in ChildrenRossa BrughaLondon, UKWaitlist Mortality and Strategies for Donor Shortage in Lung Transplantation in JapanHiroshi DateDurham, USAIsolated Heart Transplantation or Combined Heart-Lung Transplantation in Patients with Complex Congenital Heart - [Congenital Mitral Valve Disease](https://wspchs.org/congenital-mitral-valve-disease/) - The Program Anatomy of Normal Mitral Valve and Morphological Spectrum of Congenital Mitral Valve Disease Vera AielloSao Paulo, Brazil Imaging of Congenital Mitral Valve Disease Jennifer Co-VuGainesville, USA Congenital Valvar Mitral Stenosis: Indications, Techniques and Outcomes of Surgical Repair Christian BrizardMelbourne, Australia Congenital Mitral Valve Rings, Shone’s Complex and Cor Triatriatum: Indications, Techniques and Outcomes - [May 2026, Vol. 17, No. 3 Published](https://wspchs.org/may-2026-vol-17-no-3-published/) - pp. 295–309 · November 6, 2025 Surgical Insights into the Functional Anatomy of the Neo-aortic Root Lama Dakik, Hani K. Najm, Georgios Belitsis, Debkalpa Goswami, Robert H. Anderson, Diane E. Spicer, Justin T. Tretter World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Volume 17, Issue 3, Page 295-309, May 2026. Although the normal aortic and - [13 Online First Articles. April 10, 2026](https://wspchs.org/13-online-first-articles-april-10-2026/) - Please know that Sage has a 6 months claims policy. Any older claims will be charged for. Thank you for your understanding. Explantation of the Berlin Heart EXCOR Assist Device in a Child After Recovery From Viral Myocarditis Published: March 12, 2026.Online first Contributors Yaroslav Ivanov, Yaroslav Mykychak, Mi-Young Cho, Antonia Schulz, Oliver Miera, Evgenij - [Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs) - February 28, 2026](https://wspchs.org/ventricular-assist-devices-vads-february-28-2026/) - The ProgramVentricular Assist Devices for the Pediatric Biventricular HeartJoseph RossanoPhiladelphia, USAVADs for the Neonatal Functionally Univentricular HeartMark BleiweisGainesville, USAVADs for the Patient with Failing Glenn and Failing FontanSebastian MichelMunich, GermanyA novel strategy for Fontan Cavopulmonary AssistMark RodefeldIndianapolis, USARole of VADs in Latin AmericaLuiz CaneoSao Paulo, BrazilRole of VADs in AfricaFrank EdwinAccra, GhanaRecent Real Condition on - [9 Online First Articles. March 10, 2026](https://wspchs.org/9-online-first-articles-march-10-2026/) - Please know that Sage has a 6 months claims policy. Any older claims will be charged for. Thank you for your understanding. Single Ventricle Physiology May Not Preclude Cardiac Repair in the Setting of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Published: March 03, 2026.Online first Contributors Kylie I. Holden, Michael C. Scott, Ashley H. Ebanks, Amir M. Khan, - [18 Online First Articles. February 5, 2026](https://wspchs.org/18-online-first-articles-february-5-2026/) - Please know that Sage has a 6 months claims policy. Any older claims will be charged for. Thank you for your understanding. Long-Term Surgical Outcomes for Coarctation of the Aorta: A 15-Year Single-Center Experience Published: January 14, 2026.Online first Contributors Ilya A. Soynov, Igor A. Kornilov, Artem V. Gorbatykh, Serezha N. Manukian, Yuriy Yu Kulyabin, - [March 2026, Vol. 17, No. 2 Published](https://wspchs.org/march-2026-vol-17-no-2-published/) - Please know that Sage has a 6 months claims policy. Any older claims will be charged for. Thank you for your understanding. In Memoriam: Richard Van Praagh (1930-2025) Published: December 08, 2025.Volume 17, Number 2Pages 147-149 Watch our interview with Dr. Richard Van Praagh. Contributors Marshall L. Jacobs, Carl L. Backer World Journal for Pediatric - [7th Scientific Meeting Program, June 15-19, 2022](https://wspchs.org/7th-scientific-meeting-program-june-15-19-2022/) - Download the program for the scientific meeting held in Marrakesh, Morocco - [Extra-Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) - January 24, 2026](https://wspchs.org/extra-corporeal-membrane-oxygenation-ecmo-january-24-2026/) - The Program Co-chairs Giles J. PeekGainesville, USA Graeme MacLarenSingapore, Singapore Luiz CaneoSao Paulo, Brazil ECMO: Definition, Indications and General Set-up Giles J. PeekGainesville, USA Technical Aspects of Neck versus Chest Cannulation Luiz CaneoSao Paulo, Brazil Sweep Gas Nitric Oxide (sNO) during ECMO Adrian MattkeBrisbane, Australia ECMO for Malformations with Shunt Physiology: Hemodynamic Management Michael McMullanSeattle, - [Guidelines for Bids to Host Scientific Meeting](https://wspchs.org/guidelines-for-bids-to-host-scientific-meeting/) - We are currently scheduled out to 2020. Please come back again when bids will be open for the 2022 8th Scientific Meeting. Bids start with a local member putting his or her name to be the local host and programme chair. Without local support from a World Society member, no bid will be considered. For - [7 Online First Articles. January 7, 2026](https://wspchs.org/7-online-first-articles-january-7-2026/) - Please know that Sage Publications has a 6 months claims policy. Any older claims will be charged for. Thank you for your understanding. Correlation Between Cerebral Near-Infrared Spectroscopy and Hoffman Index With Central Venous Saturation in Children who Underwent Surgery for Congenital Heart Disease Published: December 12, 2025.Online first Contributors Violeta Castañuela Sánchez, Luis Antonio - [Governing Council 2025-2026](https://wspchs.org/governing-council-2025-2026/) - Executive Council Members Fekede AgwarAddis Ababa, Ethiopia Hamood Al KindiMuscat, Oman Nelson AlphonsoBrisbane, Australia Papa Salmane BaDakar, Senegal Khaled BoyeNouakchott, Mauritania Tomas ChalelaBogota, Colombia Julie CleuziouMunich, Germany Stephanie FullerPhiladelphia, USA Monica GonzalezAsuncion, Paraguay David HorneHalifax, Canada Raja JoshiNew Delhi, India Shingo KasaharaOkayama, Japan Attilio LottoLiverpool, UK Ignacio LugonesBuenos Aires, Argentina Valdano ManuelLuanda, Angola Leonardo MianaSao - [Tetralogy of Fallot: The Basics](https://wspchs.org/tetralogy-of-fallot-the-basics/) - Video References 1. Video Program Tetralogy of Fallot: Anatomy and PathophysiologyJames WilkinsonMelbourne, Australia Preoperative Imaging and Impact on Surgical ManagementTiscar Cavalle-GarridoMontreal, Canada Symptomatic Neonate: Role of Ductal and RVOT StentsMazeni AlwiKuala Lumpur, Malaysia Rationale for Staged RepairCharles D. FraserAustin, USA Rationale for Early Primary RepairDavid KalfaNew York, USA Surgical Techniques: Transventricular RepairAyman SchoebCairo, Egypt Surgical - [Atrioventricular Septal Defect: The Basics](https://wspchs.org/atrioventricular-septal-defect-the-basics/) - Video References 1. Video Program Introduction Atrioventricular Septal Defects: Embryology, Morphology & Classification Robert H. AndersonLondon, UK Imaging for AVSD- Echo, MRI, Catheterization Meryl CohenPhiladelphia, USA AVSD repair: Single Patch and Two-Patch Techniques Ignacio JuanedaCordoba, Argentina AVSD Repair: Modified Single Patch Technique and Variations Ian A. NicholsonSydney, Australia Palliation for Simple and Complex AVSD: Pulmonary - [Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome: The Basics](https://wspchs.org/hypoplastic-left-heart-syndrome-the-basics/) - Webinar recording of the WUPCHS on Atrioventricular Septal Defect: Complex Types and Issues held on Aug 21, 2021 with 8 speakers - [Second Curriculum Webinar Tetralogy of Fallot: The Basics](https://wspchs.org/second-curriculum-webinar-tetralogy-of-fallot-the-basics/) - Register Here Today! Second Curriculum WebinarTetralogy of Fallot: The Basics October 31, 202013:00 – 15:30 GMT9:00 – 11:30 ET (Montreal) - [Tenth Curriculum Webinar: Atrioventricular Septal Defect: The Basics](https://wspchs.org/tenth-curriculum-webinar-atrioventricular-septal-defect-the-basics/) - Co-Chairs David Overman, Minneapolis, USA Kisaburo Sakamoto, Shizuoka, Japan Yishay Orr, Sydney, Australia Register Here - [Twelfth Curriculum Webinar: Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome: The Basics](https://wspchs.org/twelfth-curriculum-webinar-hypoplastic-left-heart-syndrome-the-basics/) - Register Here! Program Co-Chairs Jennifer Romano, Ann Arbor, USATomasz Mroczek, Krakow, PolandPedro Becker, Santiago, Chile - [Transposition of the Great Arteries, Intact Ventricular Septum](https://wspchs.org/transposition-of-the-great-arteries-intact-ventricular-septum/) - Recording of "Transposition of the Great Arteries, Intact Ventricular Septum" including top references for each presentation. - [Atrial Septal Defects, Partial Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connections: Global Perspectives on Treatment](https://wspchs.org/atrial-septal-defects-partial-anomalous-pulmonary-venous-connections-global-perspectives-on-treatment-2/) - Video References 1. Video Program Anatomy, Classification and Imaging for ASDs & PAPVCs Justin TretterCincinnati, USA Indications, Patient Selection and Advantages of ASD Device Closure Worakan PromphanBangkok, Thailand Surgical Complications of ASD Device Closure George E. SarrisAthens, Greece Minimally Invasive Techniques for ASD Surgical Closure Olexandr BabliakKiev, Ukraine Surgical Repair Techniques for Sinus Venosus ASDs - [Myocardial Protection](https://wspchs.org/myocardial-protection-2/) - Video References 1. Video The Program Myocardial Protection: Historical Perspectives Constantine MavroudisIndianapolis, USA Myocardial Protection: Basic Principles of Cardioplegic and Noncardioplegic Mechanisms Sivakumar SivalingamKuala Lumpur, Malaysia Myocardial Protection: Controversies with Cardioplegic Strategies and Formulations Christian PizarroWilmington, USA Myocardial Protection: Cardioplegia Strategies in Resource Limited Settings Fekede AgwarAddis Ababa, Ethiopia Myocardial Protection: Noncardioplegic Myocardial Protective Strategies - [Atrioventricular Septal Defect: Complex Types and Issues](https://wspchs.org/atrioventricular-septal-defect-complex-types-and-issues/) - Webinar recording of the WUPCHS on Atrioventricular Septal Defect: Complex Types and Issues held on Aug 21, 2021 with 8 speakers - [Congenitally Corrected Transposition of the Great Arteries and Atrioventricular Discordance – Part 2, August 17, 2024](https://wspchs.org/congenitally-corrected-transposition-of-the-great-arteries-and-atrioventricular-discordance-part-2-august-17-2024/) - Video References 1. Video The Program Morphology of ccTGA and AV Discordance (Including Conduction System) Diane SpicerSt. Petersburg, USA Double Switch Operation for ccTGA: Technical Aspects and Outcomes Osami HonjoToronto, Canada Atrial Switch and Rastelli for ccTGA: Technical Aspects, Role of Hemi-Mustard Michael MaPalo Alto, USA Complex Techniques for ccTGA and Isolated Ventricular Inversion Hani - [Double Outlet Ventricles – Part 2, November 16, 2024](https://wspchs.org/double-outlet-ventricles-part-2-november-16-2024/) - The Program DORV with Subpulmonary VSD (Taussig-Bing): Arterial Switch OperationIgor KonstantinovMelbourne, Australia DORV with Subpulmonary VSD (Taussig-Bing): Role of Intraventricular Repair (Kawashima)Hiromi KurosawaTokyo, Japan DORV with Non-committed VSDFrancois Lacour-GayetParis, France DORV with Atrioventricular Septal DefectJames St LouisAugusta, USA Role of 3D Reconstruction and Virtual Reality in Surgery for DORVDavid MoralesCincinnati, USA Double Outlet Left VentricleHiromi - [Truncus Arteriosus, Aortopulmonary Window, Anomalous Origin of the Pulmonary Artery from Aorta - Part 2 - March 1, 2025](https://wspchs.org/truncus-arteriosus-aortopulmonary-window-anomalous-origin-of-the-pulmonary-artery-from-aorta-part-2-march-1-2025/) - The Program Co-Chairs Sivakumar SivalingamKuala Lumpur, Malaysia Christian KreutzerBuenos Aires, Argentina Minoo KavaranaCharleston, USA The Speakers Surgery for Truncus Arteriosus with Interrupted Aortic Arch Igor KonstantinovMelbourne, Australia Morphology and Classification of Aortopulmonary Window and Anomalous Origin of Pulmonary Artery from the Aorta Diane SpicerSt. Petersburg, USA Imaging of Aortopulmonary Window and Anomalous Origin of Pulmonary - [Ebstein Anomaly: Part 2 - October 18, 2025](https://wspchs.org/ebstein-anomaly-part-2/) - The Program Co-ChairsElizabeth Stephens – Rochester, USA Sara Arrigoni – Leiden, Netherlands Ignacio Juaneda – Cordoba, Argentina AATS 2024 Expert Consensus Document: Management of Neonates and Infants with Ebstein AnomalyIgor KonstantinovMelbourne, Australia Initial Stabilization of the Critically Sick Neonate with Ebstein AnomalyStanimir GeorgievMunich, Germany Fetal and Neonatal Medical Management of Ebstein AnomalyLisa HornbergerEdmonton, Canada Role - [Pericardial Disease in Children: Infective and Inflammatory Disorders - December 21, 2024](https://wspchs.org/pericardial-disease-in-children-infective-and-inflammatory-disorders-december-21-2024/) - Note: This video has chapter markers. If you want to go directly a particular presentation, please use the chapter navigation at bottom right of the video play. The Program Co-Chairs Darshan ReddyDurban, South Africa Frank EdwinAccra, Ghana Drissi BoumzebraMarrakesh, Morocco Introduction Frank EdwinAccra, Ghana The Pericardium: Embryology, Surgical Anatomy and Imaging Kaoutar BenjaoutTangier, Morocco Management - [Congenitally Corrected Transposition of the Great Arteries and Atrioventricular Discordance – Part 1, July 20, 2024](https://wspchs.org/congenitally-corrected-transposition-of-the-great-arteries-and-atrioventricular-discordance-part-1-july-20-2024/) - Video References 1. Video The Program Morphology of ccTGA and AV Discordance (Including Conduction System) Diane SpicerSt. Petersburg, USA Double Switch Operation for ccTGA: Technical Aspects and Outcomes Osami HonjoToronto, Canada Atrial Switch and Rastelli for ccTGA: Technical Aspects, Role of Hemi-Mustard Michael MaPalo Alto, USA Complex Techniques for ccTGA and Isolated Ventricular Inversion Hani - [Double Outlet Ventricles – Part 1, October 19, 2024](https://wspchs.org/double-outlet-ventricles-part-1/) - The Program Anatomy and Morphology of Double Outlet Right Ventricle Robert H AndersonLondon, UK Nomenclature, Definitions and Classification of Double Outlet Ventricles Jeffrey P JacobsGainesville, USA Imaging for Double Outlet Ventricles (Echo, CT, MRI, 3D printing, VR) Mahesh KappanayilKochi, India DORV with subaortic VSD (VSD type) Ignacio JuanedaCordoba, Argentina DORV with subaortic VSD and PS - [Truncus Arteriosus, Aortopulmonary Window, Anomalous Origin of the Pulmonary Artery from Aorta - Part 1 - February 8, 2025](https://wspchs.org/truncus-arteriosus-aortopulmonary-window-anomalous-origin-of-the-pulmonary-artery-from-aorta-part-1-february-8-2025/) - Note: This video has chapter markers. If you want to go directly a particular presentation, please use the chapter navigation at bottom right of the video play. The Program Co-Chairs Sivakumar SivalingamKuala Lumpur, Malaysia Nestor SandovalBogota, Colombia Minoo KavaranaCharleston, USA Morphology and Classification of Truncus Arteriosus Vera AielloSao Paulo, Brazil Morphology of Truncal Valve Gabriel - [Ebstein Anomaly: Part 1 - September 27, 2025](https://wspchs.org/ebstein-anomaly-part-1-september-27-2025/) - The Program Co-ChairsElizabeth Stephens – Rochester, USA Sara Arrigoni – Leiden, Netherlands Ignacio Juaneda – Cordoba, Argentina Anatomy and Morphology of Ebstein AnomalyVera AielloSao Paulo, Brazil Imaging for Ebstein AnomalyYasir QureshiRochester, USA Evolution of the Cone Repair: Sao Paulo and Pittsburgh ExperienceJose Pedro Da SilvaPittsburgh, USA Modifications of the Classic Cone Repair: The Mayo ExperienceJoseph - [12 Online First Articles. December 9, 2025](https://wspchs.org/12-online-first-articles-december-9-2025/) - In Memoriam: Rachid F. Idriss (1959-2025) Published: November 12, 2025.Online first Contributors Constantine Mavroudis, Carl L. Backer World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Volume 17, Issue 1, Page 133-134, January 2026. Read this article | Join for full access A Simple Technique to Decrease Gore-Tex Graft Needle Hole Bleeding Published: December 03, 2025.Online first Contributors - [Interview with Dr. Richard Van Praagh (Full)](https://wspchs.org/interview-with-dr-richard-van-praagh-full/) - With great sorrow and respect, we acknowledge the passing of an esteemed mentor and colleague, Professor Richard Van Praagh. Dr Van Praagh, Professor of Pathology, Emeritus at Harvard Medical School passed away peacefully on September 13, 2025, at the age of 95. An iconic figure within the congenital heart disease community, Professor Van Praagh will - [Functionally Univentricular Heart 1 - Stage 1 Palliation - March 29, 2025](https://wspchs.org/functional-univentricular-heart-1-stage-1-palliation-march-29-2025/) - The Program Anatomy and Morphology of the Functionally Univentricular HeartRobert H. AndersonLondon, UK Nomenclature and Classification of the Functionally Univentricular HeartJeffrey P. JacobsGainesville, USA Diagnostic Imaging of the Functionally Univentricular HeartJennifer Co-VuGainesville, USA Stenting of the Arterial DuctMazeni AlwiKuala Lumpur, Malaysia Systemic-to-Pulmonary Artery ShuntsTomas ChalelaBogota, Colombia Pulmonary Artery BandsDarshan ReddyDurban, South Africa Functionally Univentricular Heart - [Functionally Univentricular Heart 2 - Stage 2 Palliation - April 26, 2025](https://wspchs.org/functionally-univentricular-heart-2-stage-2-palliation-april-26-2025/) - The Program Noninvasive Imaging Prior to Stage 2 Jennifer Co-VuGainesville, USA Role of Cardiac Catheterization Prior to Stage 2 Raul RossiPorto Alegre, Brazil Managing Atrioventricular Valve Regurgitation during Stage 2 Palliation Richard OhyeAnn Arbor, USA Glenn Martin KostolnyLondon, UK Antegrade flow during Glenn: Preserve or Eliminate? Kirsten FinucaneAuckland, New Zealand Super Glenn Sitaram EmaniBoston, USA - [Functionally Univentricular Heart 3 - Fontan-Kreutzer Operation - May 17, 2025](https://wspchs.org/functionally-univentricular-heart-3-fontan-kreutzer-operation-may-17-2025/) - A very special edition of our monthly webinars, dedicated to Dr. Guillermo “Billy” Kreutzer, Functionally Univentricular Heart 3 Fontan-Kreutzer Operation - [Heterotaxy - June 28, 2025](https://wspchs.org/heterotaxy-june-28-2025/) - The Program Anatomy and Morphology in HeterotaxyRobert H. AndersonLondon, UK Imaging in HeterotaxyDeane YimPerth, Australia Conduction System in HeterotaxyHiromi KurosawaTokyo, Japan Univentricular Palliation in HeterotaxyChristian KreutzerBuenos Aires, Argentina Biventricular Repair in HeterotaxyChristo I. TchervenkovMontreal, Canada Impact of Heterotaxy on Surgical OutcomesJeffrey P. JacobsGainesville, USA Phenotypic Spectrum: Long-term Survival in HeterotaxyAnwar BabanRome, Italy - [In Memoriam: Rachid F. Idriss (1959-2025)](https://wspchs.org/in-memoriam-rachid-f-idriss-1959-2025/) - Mavroudis C, Backer CL. In Memoriam: Rachid F. Idriss (1959-2025). World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery. 2025;17(1):133-134. doi:10.1177/21501351251390456 We are saddened to report that our esteemed colleague, master medical illustrator, Rachid F. Idriss, passed away suddenly on July 8, 2025. We began a lifelong collaboration with Rachid when Dr. Constantine Mavroudis succeeded Rachid's - [January 2026, Vol. 17, No. 1 Published](https://wspchs.org/january-2026-vol-17-no-1-published/) - A Rare “3 + 1” Variant of Mixed Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connection With Drainage into the Right Atrium and Superior Vena Cava Published: September 24, 2025.Volume 17, Number 1Pages 120-121 Contributors Mansi Verma, Ajay Chauhan, Sunil Sharma, Ritesh Kumar, Sushma Makhaik World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Volume 17, Issue 1, Page 120-121, January - [3 Open Access Articles. November 1, 2025](https://wspchs.org/3-open-access-articles-november-1-2025/) - Original Article. Evaluation of Residual Right Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction After Pulmonary Valve-Sparing Repair of Tetralogy of Fallot: An Echocardiographic Study Published: May 14, 2025.Volume 16, Number 6Pages 790-800 Contributors Roberta Iacobelli, Priscilla Tifi, Gianluigi Perri, Zaccaria Ricci, Gianluca Brancaccio, Laura Ragni, Victoria d’Inzeo, Sergio Filippelli, Matteo Trezzi, Lorenzo Galletti World Journal for Pediatric and - [10 Online First Articles. November 10, 2025](https://wspchs.org/10-online-first-articles-november-10-2025/) - Ruptured Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm and Subaortic Fibrous Shelf: Coincidence or Causality? A Virtual Dissection Perspective Published: November 06, 2025.Online first Contributors Rajat Nandi, Resham Singh, Apurva A Javalgi, Jyoti Gupta1Department of Radiodiagnosis and Interventional Radiology, 78595VMMC and Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, India World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Ahead of Print. Read - [Governing Council 2024-2025](https://wspchs.org/governing-council-2024-2025/) - Executive Council members Fekede Agwar Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Nelson Alphonso Brisbane, Australia Papa Salmane Ba Dakar, Senegal Abdelmalek Bouzid Algiers, Algeria Julie Cleuziou Munich, Germany Stephanie Fuller Philadelphia, USA Monica Gonzalez Asuncion, Paraguay David Horne Halifax, Canada Vladimir Ilyin Moscow, Russia Raja Joshi New Delhi, India Shingo Kasahara Okayama, Japan Attilio Lotto Liverpool, UK Ignacio - [November 2025, Vol. 16, No. 6 Published](https://wspchs.org/november-2025-vol-16-no-6-published/) - Helping Each Other Help Our Patients: A Moral Imperative Published: June 25, 2025.Volume 16, Number 6Pages 719-728 Contributors David M. Overman World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Volume 16, Issue 6, Page 719-728, November 2025. Read this article | Join for full access Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Outcomes of Hospital-Acquired Infections in Children After Congenital - [31 Online First Articles. October 13, 2025](https://wspchs.org/31-online-first-articles-october-13-2025/) - A Landscape Analysis of Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease Services in Africa Published: August 22, 2025.Online first Contributors Thomas Aldersley, Sulafa Ali, Adila Dawood, Frank Edwin, Kathy Jenkins, Alexia Joachim, John Lawrenson, Darshan Reddy, Drissi Boumzebra, James D. St. Louis, Christo Tchervenkov, Amy Verstappen, Bistra Zheleva, Liesl Zühlke, World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart - [September 2025, Vol. 16, No. 5 Published](https://wspchs.org/september-2025-vol-16-no-5-published/) - Evaluating Diaphragmatic Paralysis After Pediatric Cardiac Surgery and the Role of Plication in Outcome Improvement: Insights From a Single-Center Experience Published: February 06, 2025.Volume 16, Number 5Pages 661-667 Contributors Mohamed M. Elgayar, Mahmoud A. Negm, Emad Gamaleldin Nasr, Hedaia Abdullah, Sayed Hamed, Hatem Honsy World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Volume 16, Issue - [15 Online First Articles. Aug 7, 2025](https://wspchs.org/15-online-first-articles-aug-7-2025/) - Surgical Management of a Giant Left Atrial Appendage Aneurysm in a Symptomatic Neonate Published: June 17, 2025.Online first Contributors Matej Nosáľ, Fadi Sabateen, Pavel Valentík, Vladimír Soják World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Volume 16, Issue 5, Page 703-705, September 2025.A 4-day-old, 3.7-kg neonate presented to our institution with a systolic heart murmur - [Pulmonary Atresia + Ventricular Septal Defect 2: With MAPCAs](https://wspchs.org/pulmonary-atresia-ventricular-septal-defect-2-with-mapcas/) - The Program PA and VSD with MAPCA(s): Natural History and Late Presentation Darshan ReddyDurban, South Africa PA and VSD with MAPCA(s): Diagnostic modalities: Role of Cardiac Catheterization Jacqueline KreutzerPittsburgh, USA PA and VSD with MAPCA(s): Role of CT, MRI, and 3D Printing Reena GhoshBoston, USA PA and VSD with MAPCA(s): Single-Stage Repair Approach Kona SambamurthyHyderabad, India PA and VSD with MAPCA(s): - [July 2025, Vol. 16, No. 4 Published](https://wspchs.org/july-2025-vol-16-no-4-published/) - Understanding Early Fontan Failure in Vietnam: Incidence and Clinical Predictors Published: March 13, 2025.Volume 16, Number 4Pages 469-477 Contributors Dac-Dai Tran, Ngoc-Thanh Le, Hai-Van T. Dang, Hoang-Long Vo World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Volume 16, Issue 4, Page 469-477, July 2025.Background: We aimed to determine the incidence of early Fontan failure (EFF) - [Free Articles - July 15, 2025](https://wspchs.org/free-articles-july-15-2025/) - Mentoring Pediatric Heart Surgeons: A Difficult Road for Both Mentors and Mentees - Limited Free Access!! Emile Bacha, MD, FACSVolume 15, Issue 4https://doi.org/10.1177/21501351241247525 Revisiting the Role of Balloon Atrial Septostomy Prior to the Arterial Switch Operation - Open Access!! Sujata Subramanian, MD; Sagar Jani, MBBS MPH; Andrew Well, MD MPH MSHCT; Matthew F. Mikulski, MD MSHCT; Hitesh Agrawal, MD, MBA; D Byron Holt, MD; Neil Venardos, MD; Carlos M. Mery, MD; Charles D. 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Volume 16, Number 3Pages 354-356 Contributors Christopher Collin Hayes, Akif Ündar World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Volume 16, Issue 3, Page 354-356, - [How to download your membership certificate?](https://wspchs.org/how-to-download-your-membership-certificate/) - There are several exciting new features on the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery (WSPCHS) website, designed to enhance your membership experience and support your professional growth. We invite you to explore these new additions and take full advantage of the benefits they offer. Today we are highlighting the Membership Certificate... Membership Certificate - [13 Online First Articles. 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Read this article | Join for full access Cerebral Hemodynamic Monitoring via Transcranial Doppler Ultrasound and Near-Infrared Spectroscopy for Risk-Stratified Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Patients - [Your Opinion Is Needed on the WJPCHS](https://wspchs.org/your-opinion-is-needed-on-the-wjpchs/) - We want to hear from you about how you receive the journal, and how you read the journal. This is a short 10 question survey that will take 3 minutes to complete. Your opinion is important to us as we plan for the future. Please take a moment to tell us your thoughts. Survey Closed - [Mar 2025, Vol. 16, No. 2 Published](https://wspchs.org/mar-2025-vol-16-no-2-published/) - PA-VSD Without MAPCA(s): Review of Long-Term Outcomes and Reinterventions Published: July 23, 2024.Volume 16, Number 2Pages 232-236 Contributors Elizabeth H. Stephens, Joseph A. Dearani, William R. Miranda, Jason H. Anderson World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Volume 16, Issue 2, Page 232-236, March 2025.BackgroundPulmonary atresia with ventricular septal defect without major aortopulmonary collateral - [Redo Cardiac Surgery. March 23, 2024](https://wspchs.org/redo-cardiac-surgery-march-23-2024/) - The Program Redo Cardiac Surgery: Surgical Planning and Imaging Ignacio JuanedaCordoba, Argentina Redo Median Sternotomy: Safe Techniques Kisaburo SakamotoShizuoka, Japan Peripheral Cannulation Strategies: Indications and Technical Aspects Attilio LottoLiverpool, UK The Role of Thoracotomy: Indications and Techniques Krishna IyerNew Delhi, India Conduct of Cardiopulmonary Bypass during Redo Cardiac Surgery David BarronToronto, Canada Management of Complications - [Transposition of the Great Arteries, Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction, May 18, 2024](https://wspchs.org/transposition-of-the-great-arteries-left-ventricular-outflow-tract-obstruction-may-18-2024/) - Video Reference 1. Video The Program TGA, LVOTO: Anatomic Considerations Vera AielloSao Paulo, Brazil Imaging for TGA, LVOTO Phuoc DuongLiverpool, UK TGA, VSD, LVOTO: Rastelli Operation Zohair Al-HaleesRiyadh, Saudi Arabia TGA, VSD, LVOTO: REV Operation Krishna IyerNew Delhi, India TGA, VSD, LVOTO: Nikaidoh Operation Victor MorellPittsburgh, USA TGA, VSD, LVOTO: Double Root Translocation Vijay AgarwalNew - [Vascular Rings and Slings](https://wspchs.org/vascular-rings-and-slings/) - The Program Vascular Rings and Slings: Morphology and Embryology Vera Aiello Sao Paulo, Brazil Vascular Rings and Slings: Imaging Review of Anatomical Variations Abdulmajeed Alotay Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Vascular Rings: Fetal Diagnosis and Indications for Surgery in the Asymptomatic Patient Trisha Vigneswaran London, UK Vascular Rings: Indications for Surgery and Surgical Management Elizabeth Stephens - [Pulmonary Atresia, Intact Ventricular Septum](https://wspchs.org/pulmonary-atresia-intact-ventricular-septum/) - The Program PA, IVS: Anatomy, Morphology and Embryology Frederique BailliardDurham, USA PA, IVS: Diagnostic Modalities: Echocardiography Colin McMahonDublin, Ireland PA, IVS: Role of Cardiac Catheterization and Catheter Interventions Mazeni AlwiKuala Lumpur, Malaysia PA, IVS: Single Ventricle versus Biventricular Repair Sivakumar SivalingamKuala Lumpur, Malaysia PA, IVS: Role of 1.5 Ventricle Repair Kirsten FinucaneAuckland, New Zealand PA, - [Pulmonary Atresia, Ventricular Septal Defect 1 - Without MAPCAs](https://wspchs.org/pulmonary-atresia-ventricular-septal-defect-1/) - The Program PA+VSD Spectrum: Anatomy, Morphology and Embryology Vera AielloSao Paulo, Brazil PA+VSD: Nomenclature and Classification Christo I. TchervenkovMontreal, Canada PA+VSD without MAPCAs: Echocardiography and Role of CT and MRI Sarah ChambersFairfax, USA PA+VSD without MAPCAs: Diagnostic Evaluation and the Role of Ductal Stenting and the COMPASS trial Andrew C. GlatzSt. Louis, USA PA+VSD without - [Pulmonary Atresia + Ventricular Septal Defect 1: Without MAPCAs](https://wspchs.org/pulmonary-atresia-ventricular-septal-defect-1-without-mapcas/) - Video References 1. Video The Program PA+VSD Spectrum: Anatomy, Morphology and Embryology Vera AielloSao Paulo, Brazil PA+VSD: Nomenclature and Classification Christo I. TchervenkovMontreal, Canada PA+VSD without MAPCAs: Echocardiography and Role of CT and MRI Sarah ChambersFairfax, USA PA+VSD without MAPCAs: Diagnostic Evaluation and the Role of Ductal Stenting and the COMPASS trial Andrew C. GlatzSt. - [Pulmonary Atresia, Intact Ventricular Septum](https://wspchs.org/pulmonary-atresia-intact-ventricular-septum-2/) - Video References 1. Video The Program PA, IVS: Anatomy, Morphology and Embryology Frederique BailliardDurham, USA PA, IVS: Diagnostic Modalities: Echocardiography Colin McMahonDublin, Ireland PA, IVS: Role of Cardiac Catheterization and Catheter Interventions Mazeni AlwiKuala Lumpur, Malaysia PA, IVS: Single Ventricle versus Biventricular Repair Sivakumar SivalingamKuala Lumpur, Malaysia PA, IVS: Role of 1.5 Ventricle Repair Kirsten - [Pulmonary Conduits 1: With Intracardiac Repair. January 20, 2024](https://wspchs.org/pulmonary-conduits-1-with-intracardiac-repair-january-20-2024/) - The Program Historic Aspects of Pulmonary Conduits Attilio LottoLiverpool, UK Indications for Pulmonary Conduits in Primary Repair: Truncus; TGA, VSD, LVOTO; Pulmonary Atresia Darshan ReddyDurban, South Africa Right Atrial Appendage Valve in the Pulmonary Position Ahmad Ali AmirghofranShiraz, Iran Pulmonary Conduits: Homografts Edward HickeyHouston, USA Pulmonary Conduits: Bovine Jugular Vein George SarrisAthens, Greece Pulmonary Conduits: - [Pulmonary Conduits 2: With Reoperations. February 24, 2024](https://wspchs.org/pulmonary-conduits-2-with-reoperations-february-24-2024/) - The Program Imaging in Pulmonary Conduit Reinterventions Kelly HanSalt Lake City, USA Options, Indications, and Timing: Update on Pulmonary Valve Replacement in Repaired Tetralogy of Fallot: Considerations of Sequence/Order of Valve Choices James St LouisAugusta, USA Options, Indications, and Timing: Update on Pulmonary Valve Replacement in Repaired Tetralogy of Fallot: Rationale for PVR Working Group - [Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connection: Global Perspectives on Treatment](https://wspchs.org/total-anomalous-pulmonary-venous-connection-global-perspectives-on-treatment/) - Video References 1. Video ProgramTAPVC: Embryology, Anatomy and Classification Lucile HouyelParis, France TAPVC: Echo Imaging Morphological Comparisons Norman SilvermanPalo Alto, USA TAPVC: Advanced Imaging Morphological Comparisons Fahad AlhabshanRiyadh, Saudi Arabia TAPVC: Primary Surgical Repair Techniques Christopher BairdBoston, USA TAPVC: Management of Recurrent Obstruction and Long-term Outcome Christopher CaldaroneHouston, USA TAPVC: Role of Interventional Cardiology Alejandro - [Hypoplastic Left Ventricle: Role, Indications, and Contraindications for Biventricular Repair](https://wspchs.org/hypoplastic-left-ventricle-role-indications-and-contraindications-for-biventricular-repair/) - Webinar recording of the WUPCHS on Atrioventricular Septal Defect: Complex Types and Issues held on Aug 21, 2021 with 8 speakers - [Diseases of the Aorta 2: Miscellaneous Conditions](https://wspchs.org/diseases-of-the-aorta-2-miscellaneous-conditions/) - Video References Video Program Aortopathy in Congenital Heart Disease Shunji Sano, Tokyo, Japan Management of Acute Type A Aortic Dissection in the Young Duke CameronBoston, USA Management of Acute Type B Aortic Dissection in the Young Juan Pablo UmanaBogota, Colombia Late Complications of Aortic Surgery (Recurrent or False Aneurysms, Dissections, Coronary Problems, Graft Infections) Chawki - [Diseases of the Aorta 1: Aneurysmal Disease](https://wspchs.org/diseases-of-the-aorta-1-aneurysmal-disease/) - Video References Video Program Aneurysmal Aortic Disease in the Young: Pathogenesis, Natural History and Medical Therapy Hal DietzBaltimore, US The Genetic Basis of Aortic Disease and the Role of Genetic Testing Shaine MorrisHouston, US Imaging Modalities for Patients with Diseases of the Aorta Justin TretterCleveland, US Surgical Intervention in Genetic Diseases of the Aorta: - [Tetralogy of Fallot: Complex Types and Issues](https://wspchs.org/recording-of-tetralogy-of-fallot-complex-types-and-issues/) - Chairs: Claudia Herbst, Co-Chair, Vienna, Austria James K. 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Kirklin, Co-Chair, Birmingham, USA Hafil Abdulgani, Co-Chair, Jakarta, Indonesia - [Rheumatic Heart Disease: Global Perspectives on Prevention and Treatment](https://wspchs.org/rheumatic-heart-disease-global-perspectives-on-prevention-and-treatment-2/) - Video References 1. Video Program Definition, Epidemiology, and Global Perspective of Rheumatic Heart Disease Liesl ZuhlkeCape Town, South Africa Anatomical and Pathophysiological Changes in Rheumatic Heart Disease Fidelia Bode-ThomasJos, Nigeria Clinical Recognition, Assessment and Indications for surgery Krishna KumarKochi, India Early Screening and Impact of Access to Surgery on Outcomes of Children with Rheumatic Heart - [Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome: Complex Issues and Types](https://wspchs.org/hypoplastic-left-heart-syndrome-complex-issues-and-types/) - Webinar recording of the WUPCHS on Atrioventricular Septal Defect: Complex Types and Issues held on Aug 21, 2021 with 8 speakers - [Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction 1: Valvar Aortic Stenosis](https://wspchs.org/left-ventricular-outflow-tract-obstruction-1-valvar-aortic-stenosis/) - Video References 1. Video Program Anatomy and Imaging of the Stenotic Aortic Valve and Aortic Root Justin TretterCleveland, USA Valvar Aortic Stenosis: Indications, Techniques and Outcomes of Balloon Dilatation Alejandro PeironeCordoba, Argentina Valvar Aortic Stenosis: Indications, Techniques and Outcomes of Surgical Valvuloplasty Viktor HraskaPrague, Czech Republic Valvar Aortic Stenosis: Indications, Techniques and Outcomes of Mechanical - [Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction 2: Subvalvar and Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis](https://wspchs.org/left-ventricular-outflow-tract-obstruction-2-subvalvar-and-supravalvar-aortic-stenosis/) - Video References Program Anatomy and Morphology of Subvalvar and Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis Vera AielloSao Paulo, Brazil Imaging of Subvalvar and Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis Saurabh Kumar GuptaNew Delhi, India Surgical Management of Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis: Surgical Techniques: (Single patch, Doty Double, Three patches & Autologous Reconstruction) Christian PizarroWilmington, United States Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis with Aortic Arch - [Aortic Insufficiency in Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease: Surgical Management](https://wspchs.org/aortic-insufficiency-in-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-disease-surgical-management/) - Video References Video https://youtu.be/M3Fr3ENv6hw Program Anatomy, Etiology and Imaging of the Regurgitant Aortic Valve and Dilated Aortic Root Justin TretterCleveland, USA Aortic Insufficiency: Indications for Surgery Luc MertensToronto, Canada Techniques for Aortic Valve Leaflet Repair Hans-Joachim SchaefersHomburg, Germany Valve Sparing Aortic Root with Aortic Insufficiency Michael MitchellMilwaukee, USA Indications and Surgical Techniques for Late - [Management of Congenital Heart Disease at High Altitude](https://wspchs.org/management-of-congenital-heart-disease-at-high-altitude-2/) - Video References Video The Program Moderate and High Altitude: Definitions, Physiology and Adaptation Lorna Grindlay MooreDenver, USA Neonatal Cardiorespiratory Transition at High Altitude Colleen JulianDenver, USA Gestational Hypoxia and Prenatal Origins of Pulmonary Hypertension Dino A. GiussaniCambridge, UK Prevalence, Distribution, Characteristics and Natural History of Congenital Heart Disease at High Altitude Alexandra HeathLa Paz, Bolivia - [Pediatric and Congenital Coronary Anomalies 1: ALCAPA, Kawasaki Disease and Others](https://wspchs.org/pediatric-and-congenital-coronary-anomalies-1-alcapa-kawasaki-disease-and-others/) - Video recording References Video The Program Diagnostic Modalities for Coronary Anomalies Shubhika SrivastavaWilmington, USA ALCAPA: Surgical Repair Techniques Amit MishraAhmedabad, India ALCAPA: Mitral Valve Management & Circulatory Support Marcelo JateneSao Paulo, Brazil ALCAPA: Late Outcome, Europe (ECHSA) Vladimiro VidaPadova, Italy Coronary Fistulas & Sinusoids: Surgical & Catheter Management Constantine D. MavroudisIndianapolis, USA Management of Early - [Pediatric and Congenital Coronary Anomalies 2: AAOCA](https://wspchs.org/pediatric-and-congenital-coronary-anomalies-2-aaoca-2/) - References Video Video There were technical issues with this webinar. Unfortunately, the question and answer periods are not included here. The Program Anatomy, Embryology and Anatomic Risk Factors in AAOCA Gaetano ThienePadova, Italy Risk Stratification and Sudden Cardiac Death in AAOCA Silvana MolossiHouston, USA Diagnostics Modalities in AAOCA Christoph GraniBern, Switzerland Functional Testing in AAOCA - [Cardiopulmonary Bypass 1](https://wspchs.org/cardiopulmonary-bypass-1-2/) - Video References 1. Video The Program Cardiopulmonary Bypass: Historical Perspectives James K. KirklinBirmingham, USA Cardiopulmonary Bypass: Pump Set-up, Management, and Technical Considerations in the Congenital Heart Surgical Patient Youssef El DsoukiParis, France Principles and Conduct of Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Congenital Heart Surgery Constantine D. MavroudisPhiladelphia, USA Cardiopulmonary Bypass: Perioperative and Intraoperative Monitoring and Management of - [Cardiopulmonary Bypass 2](https://wspchs.org/cardiopulmonary-bypass-2-2/) - Video References 1. Video The Program Cardiopulmonary Bypass: Cannulation Strategies for Complex Malformations Hendrick MamorareJohannesburg, South Africa Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Premature and Low Birth Weight Infants: Challenges, Management and Contraindications Muhammad A.K. NuriPhiladelphia, USA Management of Intraoperative Complications associated with Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Congenital Heart Surgery Osman Al-RadiJeddah, Saudi Arabia Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Resource Limited - [Cerebral Protection](https://wspchs.org/cerebral-protection-2/) - Video References 1. Video The Program Cerebral Protection: Historical Perspectives Richard A. JonasWashington, USA Cerebral Protection: Challenges Associated with Neonatal and Pediatric Neuroprotection Jennifer LynchPhiladelphia, USA Deep Hypothermic Circulatory Arrest: Background, Principles, Adverse Effects Daniel ZimpferGraz, Austria Neuroprotective Cerebral Perfusion Strategies without Deep Hypothermic Circulatory Arrest Yusuke AndoFukuoka, Japan Pharmacological Neuroprotective Agents: Use and Efficacy - [Critical Care for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery 1](https://wspchs.org/critical-care-for-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-surgery-1-2/) - Video References 1. Video The Program Hemodynamic Monitoring and Management Lindsey JusticeCincinnati, USA Cardiopulmonary Interactions Grace Van LeeuwenDoha, Qatar Prevention and Management of Cardiac Arrest in the Cardiac ICU Christine RileyWashington, USA World Congress of Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery, Washington, USA, August 26 – September 1, 2023 Jeffrey P. JacobsGainsville, USA ECMO in the - [Critical Care for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery 2](https://wspchs.org/critical-care-for-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-surgery-2-2/) - Video References 1. Video The Program Preoperative Management of Functionally Univentricular Hearts in Neonates David S. CooperCincinnati, USA Postoperative Management of Functionally Univentricular Hearts in Neonates Aparna HoskoteLondon, England Acute Kidney Injury and Fluid Overload in the Postoperative Patient Valeria RaggiRome, Italy Optimizing Nutrition in the Pediatric Cardiac ICU Alex FlohToronto, Canada Challenges of Cardiac - [Vascular Rings and Slings](https://wspchs.org/vascular-rings-and-slings-2/) - Video References 1. Video The Program Vascular Rings and Slings: Morphology and Embryology Vera AielloSao Paulo, Brazil Vascular Rings and Slings: Imaging Review of Anatomical Variations Abdulmajeed AlotayRiyadh, Saudi Arabia Vascular Rings: Fetal Diagnosis and Indications for Surgery in the Asymptomatic Patient Trisha VigneswaranLondon, UK Vascular Rings: Indications for Surgery and Surgical Management Elizabeth StephensRochester, - [Transposition of the Great Arteries, Ventricular Septal Defect, April 20, 2024](https://wspchs.org/transposition-of-the-great-arteries-ventricular-septal-defect/) - Video References 1. Video The Program TGA, VSD: Anatomic Considerations Adrian CruceanBirmingham, UK Imaging for TGA, VSD Phuoc DuongLiverpool, UK TGA, VSD: Preoperative Management and Optimal Surgical Timing Seth GrayToronto, Canada Arterial Switch Operation for TGA, VSD (including abnormal coronary patterns) Marcelo JateneSao Paulo, Brazil TGA, VSD; multiple VSDs, RV hypoplasia Igor KonstantinovMelbourne, Australia TGA, - [Have you seen our membership directory?](https://wspchs.org/have-you-seen-our-membership-directory/) - Membership Directory is now live for paid members! Easily connect with fellow members, collaborate on research, and expand your professional network. - [9 Online First Articles. 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Hughes; Jeremy L. Herrmann; Mark D. Rodefeld; James E. Slaven; Mark W. Turrentine; John W. Brown World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Volume 16, Issue 1, Page 11-20, January 2025.BackgroundGiven improved - [Nov 2024, Vol. 15, No. 6 Published](https://wspchs.org/nov-2024-vol-15-no-6-published/) - Invited Commentary: Establishment of a Global Platform for the Treatment of Congenital Heart Disease by “Creation and Unification of National Congenital Heart Surgery Databases and Registries”: It's Time! Published: August 09, 2024.Volume 15, Number 6Pages 691-692 Contributors James D. St Louis; Jeffrey P. Jacobs; Brian P. Bateson; Christo I. Tchervenkov; Erle H. Austin; James K. - [Contemporary Use of Deep Hypothermic Circulatory Arrest (DHCA) and Selective Antegrade Cerebral Perfusion (SACP) in Neonatal Cardiac Surgery - an International Survey](https://wspchs.org/contemporary-use-of-deep-hypothermic-circulatory-arrest-dhca-and-selective-antegrade-cerebral-perfusion-sacp-in-neonatal-cardiac-surgery-an-international-survey/) - We are excited to share with you an official survey and research project, sponsored by the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery (WSPCHS) and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, titled: Contemporary Use of Deep Hypothermic Circulatory Arrest (DHCA) and Selective Antegrade Cerebral Perfusion (SACP) in Neonatal Cardiac Surgery - an International Survey. Please - [Sept 2024, Vol. 15, No. 5 Published](https://wspchs.org/sept-2024-vol-15-no-5-published/) - The World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery: 2024 Update of the World Database for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery Published: September 06, 2024.Volume 15, Number 5Pages 551-561 Contributors James D. St Louis; Craig S. Collum; John K. Pennington; Taylor Broser; Rama Rudraraju; Maceo Cleggett; Jeanne Anne Love; Patricia Potter; Brian Bateson; Ignacio Juaneda; - [22 Online First Articles. Oct 23, 2024](https://wspchs.org/22-online-first-articles-oct-23-2024/) - Ostial Atresia After Coronary Unroofing for Anomalous Aortic Origin of the Left Coronary Artery Published: October 15, 2024.Online first Contributors Sandeep Sainathan; Leonardo Mullinari; Nitya Arumugam World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Ahead of Print.In this case report, we describe a 16-year-old patient who developed ostial atresia of the left main coronary artery - [WDPCHS Newsletter – October 2024](https://wspchs.org/wdpchs-newsletter-october-2024/) - Initially, the World Database for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery has focused its efforts on providing quality information to individual congenital heart programs across the globe. The mission of the World Database has slightly shifted over the last few years to include fostering better global communication between all caretakers who treat congenital heart disease. Creation - [Starting with May 2024 Webinar Video Archives are a Member-Only Benefit](https://wspchs.org/starting-with-may-2024-webinar-video-archives-are-a-member-only-benefit/) - As part of our ongoing efforts to provide value to our members, the video archives, which include recordings of past webinars are now exclusively available to WSPCHS members start with May 2024 webinar. These recordings feature valuable insights from global leaders in the field, and we’ve seen how they can enhance professional development and keep - [13 Online First Articles. Sept 10, 2024](https://wspchs.org/13-online-first-articles-sept-10-2024/) - Highlights of the 18th International Conference on Pediatric Mechanical Circulatory Support Systems and Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Perfusion Published: September 09, 2024.Online first Contributors Robert A. Niebler; Akif Undar World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Ahead of Print.The 18th International Conference on Pediatric Mechanical Circulatory Support Systems and Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Perfusion was held in Milwaukee, - [19 Online First Articles. Aug 23, 2024](https://wspchs.org/19-online-first-articles-aug-23-2024/) - Invited Commentary: What Is the Significance of the Konno Incision in Pediatric Ross Procedures? Published: July 26, 2024.Online first Contributors Yishay Orr World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Volume 15, Issue 4, Page 419-420, July 2024. Read this article | Join for full access Invited Commentary: Pulmonary Artery Stenosis After the Arterial Switch Operation: Ounces - [3 Online First Articles. June 25, 2024](https://wspchs.org/june-25-2024-3-online-first-articles/) - 3 articles published online first in the World Journal (WJPCHS), official publication of the WSPCHS, ASPCHS, CHSS, and ECHSA. - [July 2024, Vol. 15, No. 4 Published](https://wspchs.org/july-2024-issue-published/) - The Ross-Konno Procedure With or Without Mitral Valve Surgery: A Systematic Review With Individual Data Pooling Published: March 08, 2024.Volume 15, Number 4Pages 411-418 Contributors Nabil Dib; Thierry Ducruet; Nancy Poirier; Paul Khairy World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Volume 15, Issue 4, Page 411-418, July 2024.Background: The Ross-Konno procedure is a technically - [WJPCHS Online First Articles. May 28, 2024](https://wspchs.org/may-2024-online-first-articles/) - Proceedings of the 8th Scientific Meeting of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery (WSPCHS) at the 8th World Congress of Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery (WCPCCS) Published: May 16, 2024. Online first Contributors Carl L. Backer; Jeffrey P. Jacobs World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Volume 15, Issue 3, Page - [WJPCHS 11 Online First Articles April 19, 2024](https://wspchs.org/wjpchs-11-online-first-articles/) - 1. High-Risk Anomalous Aortic Origin of the Left Coronary Artery: Consecutive Admissions Presenting With Sudden Cardiac Arrest Published: April 18, 2024. Online first Contributors Joseph Burns; Ezinne Emeruwa; Patrick Connell; Nirica Borges; Dana Reaves-O’Neal; Silvana Molossi Go to the journal | Join for full access 2. Factors Associated With Lack of Long-Term Follow-Up Data After - [9th Scientific Meeting Program](https://wspchs.org/9th-scientific-meeting-program/) - The program of our 9th Scientific Meeting at the World Summit for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery in Bologna, Italy, from June 5-8,2024, is available for download. WSPCHS Bologna 2024 Program - [How to download your attendance certificate](https://wspchs.org/how-to-download-your-attendance-certificate/) - If you have attended more than 60% of the live webinar, you can download a Certificate of Attendance from this site. To download your certificate, first log in. Then go to the About Us Menu, and down to the Member Profile page: On the member profile page, click on the “Events/Webinars” link: You can either - [How to obtain your CME credits](https://wspchs.org/how-to-obtain-your-cme-credits/) - If you have attended more than 60% of the live webinar, you can download your CME certificate from the UAB Division of Continuing Medical Education website. Clicking on https://fmapp.cme.uab.edu/mycme/mycme.php will take you to a login screen. If you have an account, just log in. If you have an account and haven’t been to the site - [The World University for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery](https://wspchs.org/the-world-university-for-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-surgery/) - The Vision of the World University for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery is that every health care professional, anywhere in the world involved in the care of patients with pediatric and congenital heart disease, should have access to ongoing education. The Mission of the World University for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery is to promote - [In memoriam Dr. Aldo R. Castañeda](https://wspchs.org/in-memoriam-dr-aldo-r-castaneda/) - Dr. Aldo R. CastañedaJuly 17, 1930 – April 30, 2021 We announce with sorrow the passing of the Apollonian surgeon, Aldo R. Castañeda. On behalf of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, we express our profound gratitude for having blazed the trail for your students and colleagues and helped the lives of - [Interview with Dr. William Norwood (Intro)](https://wspchs.org/intererview-with-dr-william-norwood-intro/) - Dr. Norwood trained in cardiac surgery at the University of Minnesota as well as at Brigham and Women's Hospital Boston. He took a staff position at Children's Hospital Boston in 1976 where he conceived the HLHS repair that bears his name. From Boston he moved on to become chief of cardiac surgery at Children's Hospital - [Interview with Dr. Aldo Castaneda (Intro)](https://wspchs.org/interview-with-dr-aldo-castaneda-intro/) - Aldo R. Castañeda is a pioneer in pediatric cardiac surgery. He has been a vigorous supporter of early correction of complex cardiac malformations in infants and newborns. These efforts culminated in the successful repair of transposition in neonates, giving rise to the modern era of neonatal cardiac surgery. Under his mentorship William Norwood developed the - [Interview with Dr. William Norwood (Full)](https://wspchs.org/intererview-with-dr-william-norwood/) - Dr. Norwood trained in cardiac surgery at the University of Minnesota as well as at Brigham and Women's Hospital Boston. He took a staff position at Children's Hospital Boston in 1976 where he conceived the HLHS repair that bears his name. From Boston he moved on to become chief of cardiac surgery at Children's Hospital - [Interview with Dr. Aldo Castaneda (Full)](https://wspchs.org/interview-with-dr-aldo-castaneda/) - Aldo R. Castañeda is a pioneer in pediatric cardiac surgery. He has been a vigorous supporter of early correction of complex cardiac malformations in infants and newborns. These efforts culminated in the successful repair of transposition in neonates, giving rise to the modern era of neonatal cardiac surgery. Under his mentorship William Norwood developed the - [Interview with Sir Magdi Habib Yacoub (Full)](https://wspchs.org/interview-with-sir-magdi-habib-yacoub/) - Sir Magdi Habib Yacoub is a British-Egyptian cardiothoracic surgeon. He is Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Imperial College London. Yacoub's major achievements may be summarised: establishing heart transplantation in UK and becoming the world's leading transplant surgeon establishing and becoming a master of the 'Ross Procedure' or pulmonary autograft, including a randomised control trial pioneering - [Interview with Dr. Jane Somerville (Full)](https://wspchs.org/interview-with-dr-jane-somerville/) - Dr. Somerville was educated at Queen’s College and Guy’s Hospital Medical School in London. She was a consultant physician and pediatric cardiologist at the Royal Brompton and National Heart Hospital in London until her retirement. For many years she worked closely with Mr Donald Ross. She was instrumental in developing the field of adult congenital - [Interview with Dr. Guillermo Kreutzer (Full)](https://wspchs.org/interview-with-dr-guillermo-kreutzer/) - Dr. Kreutzer studied at the University of Buenos Aires. After completing his surgical training he took a position at the Ricardo Gutierrez Children's Hospital in Buenos Aires. He held many leadership positions at Ricardo Gutierrez until his retirement as Chief of the Division of Cardiovascular Surgery. Dr Kreutzer was a pioneer in developing surgical treatment - [Interview with Dr. John Murphy (Full)](https://wspchs.org/interview-with-dr-john-murphy-full/) - Dr. Murphy studied at the University of Vermont. He completed a residency at the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He is currently an attending cardiologist at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children and Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Drexel University College of Medicine in Phildelphia. - [Interview with Dr. Christo Tchervenkov](https://wspchs.org/intererview-with-dr-christo-tchervenkov/) - Dr. Tchervenkov is the chief of cardiac surgery at Montreal Children's Hospital and Professor of Surgery at McGill University. He trained in general surgery, cardiovascular and thoracic surgery at McGill University. He was Chief Resident in pediatric cardiac surgery at the Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School with Aldo Castaneda. He was the founding - [Interview with Dr. Roberta Williams (Full)](https://wspchs.org/interview-with-dr-roberta-williams-full/) - Dr. Williams studied medicine at the University of North Carolina. She served as director of the echocardiography laboratory and medical director of the cardiothoracic intensive care service at Boston Children's Hospital. She went on to become chief of pediatric cardiology at UCLA. In 1995, she became chair of pediatrics at the University of North Carolina, - [Interview with Sir Magdi Habib Yacoub (Intro)](https://wspchs.org/interview-with-sir-magdi-habib-yacoub-intro/) - Sir Magdi Habib Yacoub is a British-Egyptian cardiothoracic surgeon. He is Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Imperial College London. Yacoub's major achievements may be summarised: establishing heart transplantation in UK and becoming the world's leading transplant surgeon establishing and becoming a master of the 'Ross Procedure' or pulmonary autograft, including a randomised control trial pioneering - [Interview with Dr. Richard Jonas (Intro)](https://wspchs.org/interview-with-dr-richard-jonas-intro/) - Dr. Jonas attended the University of Adelaide Medical School in Adelaide South Australia. He undertook his general surgical training at the Royal Melbourne Hospital in Melbourne Australia and subsequently his cardiothoracic surgical training at Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne and Green Lane Hospital in Auckland New Zealand. After fellowships at the Brigham and Women's Hospital - [Interview with Dr. Jane Somerville (Intro)](https://wspchs.org/interview-with-dr-jane-somerville-intro/) - Dr. Somerville was educated at Queen’s College and Guy’s Hospital Medical School in London. She was a consultant physician and pediatric cardiologist at the Royal Brompton and National Heart Hospital in London until her retirement. For many years she worked closely with Mr Donald Ross. She was instrumental in developing the field of adult congenital - [Interview with Dr. Guillermo Kreutzer (Intro)](https://wspchs.org/interview-with-dr-guillermo-kreutzer-intro/) - Dr. Kreutzer studied at the University of Buenos Aires. After completing his surgical training he took a position at the Ricardo Gutierrez Children's Hospital in Buenos Aires. He held many leadership positions at Ricardo Gutierrez until his retirement as Chief of the Division of Cardiovascular Surgery. Dr Kreutzer was a pioneer in developing surgical treatment - [Interview with Dr. Richard Van Praagh (Intro)](https://wspchs.org/interview-with-dr-richard-van-praagh-intro/) - Together with his wife Stella he has made seminal contributions to our understanding of the morphology of congenital heart disease. One of his most important contributions was the publication in 1972 of "Segmental approach to diagnosis in congenital heart disease". Dr. Aldo Castaneda in a recent tribute to Dr. Van Praagh said the following: "Richard - [Interview with Dr. John Murphy (Intro)](https://wspchs.org/interview-with-dr-john-murphy-intro/) - Dr. Murphy studied at the University of Vermont. He completed a residency at the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He is currently an attending cardiologist at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children and Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Drexel University College of Medicine in Phildelphia. For the full-length video, please sign-in as a member - [Interview with Dr. Roberta Williams (Intro)](https://wspchs.org/interview-with-dr-roberta-williams-intro/) - Dr. Williams studied medicine at the University of North Carolina. She served as director of the echocardiography laboratory and medical director of the cardiothoracic intensive care service at Boston Children's Hospital. She went on to become chief of pediatric cardiology at UCLA. In 1995, she became chair of pediatrics at the University of North Carolina, - [March 2024 Issue Published](https://wspchs.org/march-2024-issue-published/) - World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart SurgeryVolume 15 Issue 2, March 2024 Published Make sure you are logged in before clicking 'Read this article' to read full text as a member. Surgical Management of Ebstein Anomaly: The Australia and New Zealand Experience Published: January 24, 2024. Access: Read this articlePages 155-159 Contributors F. Doig; - [World Summit 2024 Abstract Submissions](https://wspchs.org/world-summit-2024-abstract-submissions/) - We're thrilled to announce that abstract submissions are now open for the upcoming World Summit for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery in beautiful Italy! Don't miss your chance to showcase your research and network with fellow experts in this exciting field. Submit your abstract today and join us for an unforgettable experience! This important meeting - [World Summit Abstract Submisssions Deadline Feb 4, 2024](https://wspchs.org/world-summit-abstract-submisssions-deadline-feb-4-2024/) - Abstract Deadline February 4, 2024 "The Fate of the Atrioventricular Valves from Fetus to the Adult" Dedicated to Giancarlo Rastelli June 5-8, 2024Bologna, Italy We're thrilled to announce that abstract submissions are now open for the upcoming World Summit for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery in beautiful Italy! Don't miss your chance to showcase your - [Governing Council 2011-2012](https://wspchs.org/governing-council-2011-2012/) - President Christo I. TchervenkovMontréal, Quebec, Canada First Vice-President Giovanni StellinPadova, Italy Second Vice-President Hiromi KurosawaTokyo, Japan Secretary Jeffrey P. JacobsSt. Petersburg, Florida, USA Treasurer Constantine MavroudisCleveland, Ohio, USA Editor Marshall L. JacobsCleveland, Ohio, USA Councillors Zohair Yousef Al HaleesRiyadh, Saudi Arabia Martin J. ElliottLondon, UK Marcelo B. JateneSão Paulo, Brazil Richard A. JonasWashington DC, USA - [Governing Council 2013-2014](https://wspchs.org/governing-council-2013-2014/) - PresidentGiovanni StellinPadova, Italy First Vice­PresidentHiromi KurosawaTokyo, Japan Second Vice­PresidentRichard A. JonasWashington, USA SecretaryJeffrey P. JacobsSt. Petersburg, USA TreasurerConstantine MavroudisOrlando, USA EditorMarshall L. JacobsBaltimore, USA Executive DirectorChristo I. TchervenkovMontréal, Canada Councillors Zohair Al­HaleesRiyadh, Saudi Arabia Miguel ArboledaLima, Peru Pedro BeckerSantiago, Chile Drissi BoumzebraCasablanca, Morocco William BrawnBirmingham, UK Sertac CicekIstanbul, Turkey Joseph A. DearaniRochester, USA John HewitsonCape - [Governing Council 2014-2015](https://wspchs.org/governing-council-2014-2015/) - President Hiromi Kurosawa Japan First Vice-President Richard Jonas Washington Second Vice-President Marcelo B. Jatene Brazil Secretary Nestor Sandoval Bogota, Colombia Treasurer Sertak M. Cicek Istanbul, Turkey Editor Marshall L. Jacobs Newtown Square, USA Executive Director Christo I. Tchervenkov Montreal, Canada Councillors Miguel Arboleda Torres Lima, Peru Pedro Becker Santiago, Chile Drissi Boumzebra Marrakech, Morocco William - [Governing Council 2015-2016](https://wspchs.org/governing-council/) - President Hiromi Kurosawa Tokyo, Japan 1st Vice-President Richard A. Jonas Washington DC, USA 2nd Vice-President Marcelo B. Jatene Washington DC, USA Secretary Nestor Sandoval Bogota, Colombia Treasurer Sertac Cicek Istanbul, Turkey Editor, WJPCHS Marshall L. Jacobs Cleveland, USA Executive Director Christo I. Tchervenkov Montreal, Canada Hafil Abdulgani Jakarta, Indonesia Dr. Pedro Becker Santiago, Chile Dr. - [Governing Council 2012-2013](https://wspchs.org/governing-council-2012-2013/) - PresidentGiovanni StellinPadova, Italy First Vice-PresidentHiromi KurosawaTokyo, Japan Second Vice-PresidentRichard A. JonasWashington, USA SecretaryJeffrey P. JacobsSt. Petersburg, USA TreasurerConstantine MavroudisCleveland, USA EditorMarshall L. JacobsCleveland, USA Executive DirectorChristo I. TchervenkovMontréal, Canada Zohair Al-HaleesRiyadh, Saudi Arabia Miguel ArboledaLima, Peru Pedro BeckerSantiago, Chile Drissi BoumzebraCasablanca, Morocco William BrawnBirmingham, UK Sertac CicekIstanbul, Turkey Joseph A. DearaniRochester, USA John HewitsonCape Town, - [Governing Council 2009-2010](https://wspchs.org/governing-council-2009-2010/) - Christo TchervenkovPresidentMontreal, Qc Giovanni StellinVice PresidentPadova, Italy Hiromi KurosawaVice President 2Tokyo, Japan Jeff JacobsSecretarySt. Petersbourg, USA Constantine MavroudisTreasurerChicago, USA Zohair Al- HalesRiad, Saudi Arbia Martin J. ElliottLondon, United Kingdom Marcello B. JateneSao Paulo, Brazil Richard A. JonasWashington, DC Rob KinseyJohannesburg, South Africa Christian KreutzerBeunos Aires, Argentina Juan R Leon-WyssGuatemala City, Guatemala Jinfen LiuShangai, China Bohdan - [Governing Council 2021-2022](https://wspchs.org/governing-council-2021-2022/) - Zohair Al-Halees President Riyadh, Saudi Arabia James Kirklin First Vice-President Birmingham, USA Kirsten Finucane Second Vice-President Auckland, New Zealand Frank Edwin Secretary Accra, Ghana Sertac Cicek Treasurer Istanbul, Turkey Marshall L. Jacobs Editor Newtown Square, USA Christo I. Tchervenkov Executive Director Montreal, Canada Erle Austin Council Member Louisville, USA Abdelmalek Bouzid Council Member Algiers, Algeria - [Governing Council 2020-2021](https://wspchs.org/governing-council-2020-2021/) - Zohair Alhalees President Riyadh, Saudi Arabia James Kirklin First Vice-President Birmingham, USA Kirsten Finucane Second Vice-President Auckland, New Zealand Frank Edwin Secretary Accra, Ghana Mehmet Sertac Cicek Treasurer Morgantown, USA Marshall L. Jacobs Editor Newtown Square, USA Christo I. Tchervenkov Executive Director Montreal, Canada Osman Al-Radi Council Member Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Erle Austin Council Member - [Governing Council 2019-2020](https://wspchs.org/governing-council-2019-2020/) - Marcelo Jatene President Sao Paulo, Brazil Zohair Alhalees First Vice-President Riyadh, Saudi Arabia James Kirklin Second Vice-President Birmingham, USA Frank Edwin Secretary Accra, Ghana Mehmet Sertac Cicek Treasurer Rochester, USA Marshall Jacobs Editor Newtown Square, USA Christo I. Tchervenkov Executive Director Montreal, Canada Osman Al-Radi Council Member Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Erle Austin Council Member Louisville, - [Governing Council 2018-2019](https://wspchs.org/governing-council-2018-2019/) - Marcelo Jatene President São Paulo, Brazil Zohair Alhalees First Vice-President Riyadh, Saudi Arabia James Kirklin Second Vice-President Birmingham, USA Frank Edwin Secretary Accra, Ghana Mehmet Sertac Cicek Treasurer Rochester, USA Marshall L. Jacobs Editor Newtown Square, USA Christo I. Tchervenkov Executive Director Montreal, Canada Hafil Abdulgani Council Member Jakarta Barat, Indonesia Osman Al-Radi Council Member - [Governing Council 2017-2018](https://wspchs.org/governing-council-2017-2018/) - Richard Jonas Washington, USA Marcelo B. Jatene Sao Paulo - SP, Brazil Zohair Alhalees Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Mehmet Sertac Cicek Rochester, USA NESTOR SANDOVAL BOGOTA, Colombia Marshall L. Jacobs Newtown Square, USA Christo I. Tchervenkov Montreal, Canada Hafil Abdulgani Jakarta Barat, Indonesia Osman Al-Radi Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Jorge Luis Cervantes-Salazar Mexico., Mexico Gerardo Davalos Quito, - [Governing Council 2016-2017](https://wspchs.org/governing-council-2016-2017/) - Richard Jonas President Washington, USA Marcelo B. Jatene First Vice-President Sao Paulo - SP, Brazil Zohair Alhalees Second Vice-President Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Nestor Sandoval Secretary Bogota, Colombia Sertak M. Cicek Treasurer Istanbul, Turkey Marshall L. Jacobs Editor in Chief Newtown Square, USA Christo I. Tchervenkov Executive Director Montreal, Canada Hafil Abdulgani Council Member Jakarta, Indonesia - [Governing Council 2023-2024](https://wspchs.org/governing-council-2023-2024/) - James Kirklin President Birmingham, USA Kirsten Finucane First Vice-President Auckland, New Zealand Nestor Sandoval Second Vice-President Bogota, Colombia Frank Edwin Secretary Accra, Ghana James St Louis Treasurer Augusta, USA Carl Backer Editor Lexington, USA Christo I. Tchervenkov Executive Director Montreal, Canada Papa Salmane Ba Council Member Dakar, Senegal Abdelmalek Bouzid Council Member Algiers, Algeria Monica - [Landmark Lectures 5, 6, 7, and 8 - 2023-08-23](https://wspchs.org/landmark-lectures-5-6-7-and-8-2023-08-23/) - [In memoriam Dr. William I. Norwood](https://wspchs.org/passing-of-bill-norwood/) - Bill Norwood April 21, 1941 – Dec 13, 2020 It is with sadness that we announce the passing on December 13, of the legendary surgeon, Bill Norwood. On behalf of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, we thank you Bill for your immense contributions, Farewell, and Godspeed! WSPCHS Governing Council Below is - [In memoriam James S. Tweddell](https://wspchs.org/in-memoriam-james-s-tweddell/) - James S. Tweddell, MD September 2, 1959 – July 1, 2022 It is with tremendous sadness that the WSPCHS observes the passing of its President, Dr. James Scott Tweddell after a heroic battle with brain cancer. Jim was a modern day giant in congenital heart surgery. His skills, intellect, and innovations were inspirational to surgeons - [Membership Renewal Notices Have Gone Out for 2018](https://wspchs.org/membership-renewal-notices-have-gone-out-for-2018/) - Please check your mail for your 2018 membership dues invoice. Don't delay. If you have not received it, you may still pay your dues by credit card through our secured online payment forms at https://wspchs.org/forms/ Membership Portal Check out the new membership portal https://wspchs.org/membership/your-membership-profile-2 Your can check your online order history, check you confirmed membership history, - [WSPCHS Newsletter Vol. 1, No. 1](https://wspchs.org/wspchs-newsletter-vol-1-no-1/) - Message from the President Dear Colleagues and Friends, Several months have passed since the Historic inaugural Meeting in Washington, D.C. in May 2007. on behalf of the leadership of the World Society i would like to thank you for your enthusiastic participation and for making this meeting a historic success. the meeting was attended by a total of 385 delegates from 61 countries and - [World Journal becomes the official journal of CHSS and ECHSA](https://wspchs.org/world-journal-becomes-the-official-journal-of-chss-and-echsa/) - Dear World Society Members, As we approach the end of 2017 we hope that this message will find you in good health! The World Society and its leadership have been busy with multiple initiatives. We have good news to report. - [World Summit - Montreal, June 19-21, 2008](https://wspchs.org/world-summit-montreal-june-19-21-2008/) - The Objectives of World Summit are: To present to the attendees: The history and development of the study, research, investigation(diagnostics) and treatment for pediatric and congenital heart disease The current status of the study, research, investigation(diagnostics), treatment and optimal care for pediatric and congenital heart disease The optimal training, education and maintenance of competence of - [Second Scientific Meeting 2009](https://wspchs.org/second-scientific-meeting-2009/) - Fifth World Congress of Pediatric Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery June 22-25, 2009, Cairns, Australia The World Society Meeting will be during the 5th World Congress of Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery. There will be a comprehensive Postgraduate Course on Common Atrioventricular Junction. There will also be several scientific sessions with oral presentations as well as - [Special Joint Meeting Dedicated to Aldo R. Castañeda](https://wspchs.org/special-joint-meeting-dedicated-to-aldo-r-castaneda/) - Invitation Message Dear colleagues and friends, We invite you to attend a truly special meeting which will honor one of the most remarkable surgeons of the last 50 years, Aldo R. Castañeda, on his 80th Birthday. This Special Joint Meeting, a great collaboration between the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery and multiple societies from around the world, will take place in Antigua, Guatemala on July 15-17, 2010. Hotel Casa Santo DomingoJuly 15-17, 2010Antigua, Guatemala - [WSPCHS Exhibits at STS in San Diego - January 30 - February 1, 2011](https://wspchs.org/wspchs-exhibits-at-sts-in-san-diego-january-30-february-1-2011/) - STS in San Diego - January 30 - February 1, 2011 Booth Number 408 The WSPCHS will be exhibiting at the STS conference in January and will be promoting the January 2011 issue of the World Journal on Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery. Come by booth 408 to say hello and pick a complimentary copy - [Annual Business Meeting 2012](https://wspchs.org/annual-business-meeting-2012/) - Annual Business Meeting and Retreat on Future World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery October 2012, Chicago, USA Details to follow - [Annual Business Meeting 2013](https://wspchs.org/annual-business-meeting-2013/) - Annual Business Meeting Postgraduate Course On Rheumatic Fever World Society For Pediatric And Congenital Heart Surgery 6th World Congress Of Pediatric Cardiology And Cardiac Surgery February 2013, Cape Town, South Africa Details to follow - [Joint Spring Meeting 2012](https://wspchs.org/joint-spring-meeting-2012/) - Joint Meeting of the Sociedad Latina de Cardiología y Cirurgía Cardiovascular Pediátrica and the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery Topics: Symposium on Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connections and Other Pulmonary Vein Anomalies Summit on Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery in Latin America: Current Status and Future Directions March 19, 20, 2012 — Lima, PeruSheraton Hotel, Lima, - [Third Joint Meeting of the Congenital Heart Surgeons Society and the European Congenital Heart Surgeons Association](https://wspchs.org/third-joint-meeting-of-the-congenital-heart-surgeons-society-and-the-european-congenital-heart-surgeons-association/) - The Third Joint Meeting of the CHSS and the ECHSA was held on September 13-15 in Chicago, Illinois. It follows two previous joint meetings. The first one took place in Montreal in 2004, hosted by Dr. Tchervenkov. The second one was in Warsaw and was hosted by Dr. Maruszewski. The bar was left very high by both of these meetings. - [Joint Meeting WSPCHS, Sociedad Latina de Cardiología y Cirurgía Cardiovascular Pediátrica, and Sociedad Colombiana de Cardiología](https://wspchs.org/ix-simposoi-internacional-de-la-sociedad-colombiana/) - Joint MeetingWorld Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery Sociedad Latina de Cardiología y Cirurgía Cardiovascular PediátricaSociedad Colombiana de Cardiología Symposium: Pulmonary Atresia, Ventricular Septal DefectPulmonary Atresia, Intact Ventricular SeptumFebruary 26-28, 2015Cartagena, Colombia Annual Members MeetingWorld Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart SurgeryFebruary 27, 2015 Cartagena, Colombia Final Program Now Available (updated Feb 12)! Download Here - [Regional Meeting 2015 - "Ventriculo-arterial connections in right and left heart"](https://wspchs.org/regional-meeting-2015-qright-and-left-heart-ventriculationq/) - The second regional meeting for 2015 will be in Kyoto November 27-28, 2015 at the Westin Miyako Kyoto, Japan. The main theme of this meeting is "Ventriculo-arterial connections in right and left heart". For more information, please visit http://www.heartorg.gr.jp/wspchs/en/index.html - [Kyoto Regional Meeting Preliminary Program](https://wspchs.org/kyoto-regional-meeting-program/) - REGIONAL SCIENTIFIC MEETING WORLD SOCIETY FOR PEDIATRIC AND CONGENITAL HEART SURGERY “KYOTO SYMPOSIUM” KYOTO, JAPAN, NOVEMBER 27,28, 2015 ABSTRACT SUBMISSION DEADLINE Deadline is August 3, 2015 Please submit your abstracts to wspchs-kyoto2015@heartorg.gr.jp NOTIFICATION: AFTER AUGUST 27, 2015 - [Kyoto Regional Meeting Photos](https://wspchs.org/kyoto-regional-meeting-photos/) - The regional meeting of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery in Kyoto, Japan November 27 and 28, 2015 was an immense success. Thank you to all the participants for making it so great! - [Save the Date - Bologna 2024](https://wspchs.org/save-the-date-bologna-2024/) - Save the Date!! For the first time ever, the World Summit for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery will be held in Bologna, Italy on June 5 – 8, 2024 and it will be hosted by the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery (WSPCHS), the European Congenital Heart Surgeons Association (ECHSA) and the Congenital Heart Surgeons’ Society - [COVID-19: Crisis Management in Congenital Heart Surgery](https://wspchs.org/covid-19-crisis-management-in-congenital-heart-surgery-2/) - Download COVID-19: Crisis Management in Congenital Heart Surgery Preface Our nation’s health care infrastructure faces unprecedented challenges in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the congenital heart disease (CHD) community is no exception.These challenges include looming resource scarcities of equipment, personnel, and blood. In addition, there are the substantial infection risks to patients, family members, and staff. These factors necessitate thoughtful but often difficult decisions onhow to best triage patients with CHD. Our relatively small workforce adds another dimension to the challenge, since therapid spread of COVID-19 could result in program closure at a moment’s notice secondary to insufficient personnel from infection or quarantine. Although many sectors of our society can be placed on hiatus during this period of crisis, our patients’diseases continue to require care, particularly among newborns and infants who often necessitate operations during a narrow temporal window for satisfactory outcomes. - [In memoriam Dr. Gerhard Ziemer](https://wspchs.org/in-memoriam-dr-gerhard-ziemer/) - In memoriam Dr. Gerhard Ziemer1953 – 2022 We announce with sorrow the sudden passing of our longtime colleague and friend, Gerhard Ziemer. Gerhard was the Founding President of the European Congenital Heart Surgeons Association and Past President of the Society of Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery “Aldo R. Castañeda”. Gerhard was also a strong advocate for - [July 2023 Issue Published](https://wspchs.org/july-2023-issue-published/) - A Warm Welcome to Our African Colleagues Published: July 06, 2023. Pages 415-416 Contributors Christo I. Tchervenkov; James K. Kirklin; Richard A. Jonas; Carl L. Backer Go to the journal | Join for full access Activated Prothrombin Complex Concentrate in Pediatric Cardiac Patients, Our Early Experience Published: June 05, 2023. Pages 417-424 Contributors Elena Ashikhmina - [A Warmest Welcome to Our African Colleagues](https://wspchs.org/a-warmest-welcome-to-our-african-colleagues/) - The publication of this issue of the World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, volume 14, No. 4, marks another milestone for the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, and its official publication, the World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery (WJPCHS). In this issue, we welcome our colleagues from the African Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery (Figure 1). We are delighted and proud to announce that the African Society has selected WJPCHS as the official journal of their organization. You will notice that their logo is now on the front cover of this issue! - [Landmark Lectures at the 8th Scientific Meeting](https://wspchs.org/landmark-lectures-at-the-8th-scientific-meeting/) - Landmark Lectures at 8th Scientific Meeting of the WSPCHS,Washington Aug 26–Sept 1, 2023 As you know, the 2023 8th World Congress of Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery is also the 8th Scientific Meeting of World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery (WSPCHS). A hightlight of every scientific meeting are the lectures from preeminently surgeons from around the world.Sixteen Plenary Session Landmark Lectures will take place in the mornings on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 7:30 AM-9:15 AMET. Three Landmark Lectures will be presented by surgeons. Download the latest program here. - [November 2022 Published](https://wspchs.org/november-2022-published/) - Midterm Outcomes After Surgical Management for Mitral Valve Regurgitation in Infancy Published: October 27, 2022. Pages 689-698 Contributors Toshi Maeda; Keiichi Fujiwara; Kosuke Yoshizawa; Otohime Mori; Tatsuto Wakami; Akio Shimoji; Naoto Fukunaga; Tatsuji Okada; Nobushige Tamura; Hisanori Sakazaki Go to the journal | Join for full access Invited Commentary: A Lesson From Japan: The - [40 Online First Articles - December 6, 2023](https://wspchs.org/40-online-first-articles-december-6-2023/) - Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologists: An Endangered Species. A Call to Action Published: November 29, 2023. Online first Contributors Susan Nicolson Go to the journal | Join for full access Long-Term Survival Is Superior in Patients With Pulsatile Pulmonary Flow After the Björk Procedure Published: November 22, 2023. Online first Contributors Lukas Klemm; Thibault Schaeffer; Paul Philipp - [Surgery 6b - Delivering Congenital Cardiac Surgical and Intensive Care on a Global Scale - 1 - 2023-08-29](https://wspchs.org/surgery-6b-delivering-congenital-cardiac-surgical-and-intensive-care-on-a-global-scale-1-2023-08-29/) - [21 Online First Articles - September 12, 2023](https://wspchs.org/21-online-first-articles-september-12-2023/) - Invasive Coronary Assessment in a 9-Year-Old With Anomalous Aortic Origin of the Left Coronary Artery Published: September 11, 2023. Online first Contributors Thomas S Przybycien; Tam T Doan; Athar M Qureshi; Dana Reaves-O’Neal; Ziyad Binsalamah; Silvana Molossi Go to the journal | Join for full access Double-Chambered Left Ventricle Diagnosed in Fetus and Follow-up During - [13 Online First Articles - October 11, 2023](https://wspchs.org/13-online-first-articles-october-11-2023/) - Review of: Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, Fifth Edition Published: October 09, 2023. Online first Contributors S. Adil Husain Go to the journal | Join for full access Living to Tell the Tale: A First-Person Chronicle of the Development of the Fontan-Kreutzer Procedure Published: October 06, 2023. Online first Contributors Guillermo O. 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Pediatric Epicardial Devices: Early and Midterm Outcomes Published: February 28, 2023. Online first Contributors Elaine M Griffeth; Prasad Krishnan; Joseph A Dearani; Siddharth Pahwa; Michael J Ackerman; Philip L Wackel; Austin Todd; Bryan C Cannon Go to the journal - [January 2023 Issue Published](https://wspchs.org/january-2023-issue-published/) - In Memoriam: Gerhard Ziemer (1953-2022) Published: December 19, 2022. Pages 9-11 Contributors Marshall L. Jacobs; George E. Sarris Go to the journal | Join for full access Outcomes of Treatment for Infective Endocarditis Following Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve Replacement Published: February 27, 2023. Pages 12-20 Contributors J. Chancellor Fox; Horacio G. Carvajal; Fei Wan; Matthew - [May 2023 Issue Published](https://wspchs.org/may-2023-issue-published/) - Serial Lung Perfusion Scintigraphy After Unifocalization and Repair of Tetralogy of Fallot With Major Aortopulmonary Collaterals Published: March 27, 2023. Pages 261-272 Contributors Lisa Wise-Faberowski; Jin Long; Michael Ma; Helen R. Nadel; Jennifer Shek; Jeffrey A. Feinstein; Elisabeth Martin; Frank L. Hanley; Doff B. McElhinney Go to the journal | Join for full access - [27 Online First Articles - July 4, 2023](https://wspchs.org/27-online-first-articles-july-4-2023/) - If you are a paid-up member you can access full-text of these articles through https://www.wspchs.org. Surgical Treatment of Pediatric Refractory Ventricular Tachycardia Originating From a Left Ventricular Rhabdomyoma Published: June 26, 2023. Online first Contributors Hüseyin Sicim; Kaan Altunyuva; Fatih Özdemir; Murat Çiçek; Numan Ali Aydemir Go to the journal | Join for full access - [WSPCHS's Surgical Program at WCPCCS is Available](https://wspchs.org/wspchs-surgical-program-at-wcpccs-is-available/) - The 8th Scientific Meeting of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery is being held at the World Congress in Washington, D.C.. Our surgical program is shaping up to be a great learning experience. - [Aldo R. Castañeda Lecture at 8th Scientific Meeting](https://wspchs.org/aldo-r-castaneda-lecture-at-8th-scientific-meeting/) - Aldo R. Castañeda Lecture at 8th Scientific Meeting of the WSPCHSWashington Aug 26–Sept 1, 2023 Dear Colleagues, As you know, the 2023 8th World Congress of Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery is also the 8th Scientific Meeting of World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery (WSPCHS). A highlight of every scientific meeting of the WSPCHS is the Aldo R. Castañeda Lecture. At the 2023 World Congress, the Landmark Lecture by Joe Dearani on Monday morning August 28, 2023 will be the 8th Aldo R. Castañeda Lecture of World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery. - [WSPCHS/ECHSA/CHSS COVID Survey](https://wspchs.org/wspchs-echsa-chss-covid-survey/) - Please find attached an important letter from the Leadership of ECHSA, WSPCHS and CHSS, on the COVID survey jointly conducted by these societies. We highly value and will much appreciate your prompt participation. Furthermore, please feel free to invite colleagues who may not be members of our three societies to participate in the survey by - [COVID-19: Crisis Management in Congenital Heart Surgery](https://wspchs.org/covid-19-crisis-management-in-congenital-heart-surgery/) - In these difficult times we wish you and your families health and the strength to get through this terrible pandemic in your respective countries. Please be safe and follow the recommendations from your health authorities and governments to avoid, limit and mitigate the effects of the spread of COVID-19! The WSPCHS Leadership is carefully monitoring the - [May 2020 Published](https://wspchs.org/may-2020-published/) - A National Survey: Current Clinical Practice in Pediatric Anesthesia for Congenital Heart Surgery Published: April 15, 2020. Pages 257-264 Contributors Torsten Baehner; Nicholas Kiefer; Shahab Ghamari; Ingo Graeff; Christopher Huett; Stefan Pflugradt; Bjoern Sendzik; Ingo Heinze; Matthias Mueller; Ehrenfried Schindler; Georg Daniel Duerr; Richard Ellerkmann; Markus Velten Go to the journal | Join for - [4 Online First Articles - May 27, 2020](https://wspchs.org/4-online-first-articles-may-27-2020/) - Aneurysmal Dilatation of Ductus Arteriosus and Pulmonary Artery in Association With ACTA2 Mutation Published: May 26, 2020. Online first Contributors Mohanageetha Ardhanari; Andrew Colin; Mustafa Tekin; Juan C. Infante; Sethuraman Swaminathan Go to the journal | Join for full access Corrigendum Published: May 15, 2020. Online first Go to the journal | Join for - [July 2020 Published](https://wspchs.org/july-2020-published/) - If you are a paid-up member you can access full-text of these articles through https://www.wspchs.org. Case Reports, Then and Now Published: July 07, 2020. Pages 393-394 Contributors Marshall L. Jacobs Go to the journal | Join for full access COVID-19: Crisis Management in Congenital Heart Surgery Published: June 04, 2020. Pages 395-400 Contributors Elizabeth H. - [September 2020 Published](https://wspchs.org/september-2020-published/) - Valve-Sparing Operations: What We Know and What We Don’t Know Published: August 27, 2020. Pages 545-547 Contributors Luca A. Vricella Go to the journal | Join for full access Reimbursement After Congenital Heart Surgery in Germany: Impact of Early Postoperative Extubation Published: August 27, 2020. Pages 557-562 Contributors Peter Murin; Viktoria Weixler; Mi-Young Cho; - [November 2020 Published](https://wspchs.org/november-2020-published/) - Prevalence of Complications Following Unifocalization and Pulmonary Artery Reconstruction Procedures Published: November 08, 2020. Pages 704-711 Contributors Richard D. Mainwaring; William L. Patrick; Mihir Dixit; Akhil Rao; Michal Palmon; Tristan Margetson; John J. Lamberti; Frank L. Hanley Go to the journal | Join for full access Exercise-Induced Abnormalities of Regional Myocardial Deformation in Anomalous - [March 2021 Published](https://wspchs.org/march-2021-published/) - ECHSA Presidential Address, CHSS-ECHSA Joint Meeting; Oct 24-25, 2020 Published: March 08, 2021. Pages 164-167 Contributors George E. Sarris Go to the journal | Join for full access Fontan-Associated Anatomical Variants and Hepatic Fibrosis Published: March 08, 2021. Pages 168-172 Contributors William N. Evans; Ruben J. Acherman; Gary A. Mayman; Alvaro Galindo; Abraham Rothman; - [5 Online First Articles - April 28, 2021](https://wspchs.org/5-online-first-articles-april-28-2021/) - World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart SurgeryOnline First Articles If you are a paid-up member you can access full-text of these articles through https://www.wspchs.org. A Rare Inflammatory Myofibroblastic Tumor of the Mitral Valve With Systemic Embolism in a Child Published: April 26, 2021. Online first Contributors Niranjan Vijayakumar; Bijoy Thattaliyath; Bilge Dundar; Mohsen Karimi; - [May 2021 Published](https://wspchs.org/may-2021-published/) - If you are a paid-up member you can access full-text of these articles through https://www.wspchs.org. Building a Purposeful Legacy: Congenital Heart Surgeons Society 2020 Presidential Address Published: May 04, 2021. Pages 305-311 Contributors Joseph A. Dearani Go to the journal | Join for full access Pediatric Cardiac Surgical Patterns of Practice and Outcomes in - [July 2021 Published](https://wspchs.org/july-2021-published/) - If you are a paid-up member you can access full-text of these articles through https://www.wspchs.org. In Memoriam: Aldo R. Castañeda, July 17, 1930 – April 30, 2021 Published: July 19, 2021. Pages 449-452 Contributors Giovanni Stellin; Christo I. Tchervenkov; Richard A. Jonas; Marshall L. Jacobs Go to the journal | Join for full access - [4 Open Access Articles from July](https://wspchs.org/4-open-access-articles-from-july/) - World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery Adverse Outcomes Prediction for Congenital Heart Surgery: A Machine Learning Approach Published: April 28, 2021. Pages 453-460 Contributors Dimitris Bertsimas; Daisy Zhuo; Jack Dunn; Jordan Levine; Eugenio Zuccarelli; Nikos Smyrnakis; Zdzislaw Tobota; Bohdan Maruszewski; Jose Fragata; George E. Sarris Go to the journal | Join for full - [10 Online First Articles - September 14, 2021](https://wspchs.org/10-online-first-articles-september-14-2021/) - Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Congenital Cardiac Surgeries at a National Referral Center in Mexico Published: September 01, 2021. Online first Contributors Diego B. Ortega-Zhindón; Juan Calderón-Colmenero; José A. García-Montes; Frida Rivera-Buendía; Jorge L. Cervantes-Salazar Go to the journal | Join for full access Risk of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Increased in Patients Undergoing - [September 2021 Published](https://wspchs.org/september-2021-published/) - Acute Kidney Injury After Neonatal Aortic Arch Surgery: Deep Hypothermic Circulatory Arrest Versus Moderate Hypothermia With Distal Aortic Perfusion Published: October 01, 2021. Pages 573-580 Contributors Wolfgang Böttcher; Viktoria Weixler; Mathias Redlin; Peter Murin; Frank Dehmel; Katharina Schmitt; Mi-Young Cho; Oliver Miera; Nicodème Sinzobahamvya; Joachim Photiadis Go to the journal | Join for full - [9 Online First Articles - Nov 10, 2021](https://wspchs.org/9-online-first-articles-nov-10-2021/) - Anomalous Origin of the Right Pulmonary Artery From the Aorta and Congenital Tracheal Stenosis: Staged Repair in a Neonate Published: October 20, 2021. Online first Contributors Nguyen L.T. Truong; Tran Q. Vinh; Nguyen T. Mai Go to the journal | Join for full access In the Beginning… The Early Boston Years with Aldo Castañeda - [March 2022 Published](https://wspchs.org/march-2022-published/) - If you are a paid-up member you can access full-text of these articles through https://www.wspchs.org. The World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery: 2021 Update of the World Database for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery Published: March 03, 2022. Pages 137-145 Contributors James D. St Louis; Luqin Deng; Claire Covington; Nicholas A. Timkovich; - [7 Online First Articles - Mar 20, 2022](https://wspchs.org/7-online-first-articles-mar-20-2022/) - COVID-19 FAQs in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: 2022 Perspective and Updates Published: March 28, 2022. Online first Contributors Emily R. Levy; Joseph A. Dearani; Jennifer Blumenthal; Jonathan N. Johnson; David M. Overman; Elizabeth H. Stephens; Kathleen Chiotos Go to the journal | Join for full access Bentall Endocarditis by C. Lusitaniae After COVID-19: The Finger - [May 2022 Published](https://wspchs.org/may-2022-published/) - Mentorship Moments Published: April 21, 2022. Pages 278-279 Contributors Marshall L. Jacobs Go to the journal | Join for full access Chasing Excellence: A Cardiac Surgeon's Life in Letters Published: April 21, 2022. Pages 280-286 Contributors Joseph A. Dearani Go to the journal | Join for full access COVID-19 FAQs in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: - [July 2022 Published](https://wspchs.org/july-2022-published/) - An Editor's Perspective and an Opportunity to Say “Thank You” Published: June 25, 2022. Pages 418-419 Contributors Marshall L. Jacobs Go to the journal | Join for full access Pediatric Surgical Pulmonary Valve Replacement Outcomes After Implementation of a Clinical Pathway Published: June 25, 2022. Pages 420-425 Contributors Alex J Katz; Richard P Lion; - [10 Online First Articles - August 17, 2022](https://wspchs.org/10-online-first-articles-august-17-2022/) - Redo-ALCAPA Repair With Left Subclavian Artery-to-Left Main Coronary Bypass for Left Coronary Atresia Published: August 12, 2022. Online first Contributors Dhananjay P. Malankar; Shivaji Mali; Shyam Dhake; Bharat Soni; Dinesh Kandavel; Amit Mhatre; Dilip Bind; Rajat Bhargava; Jinil Raj; Ronak Sheth; Swati Garekar Go to the journal | Join for full access Congenital Left - [September 2022 Published](https://wspchs.org/september-2022-published/) - Passing the Baton: A Time to Reflect and a Time to Look Forward Published: September 02, 2022. Pages 549-550 Contributors Carl L. Backer Go to the journal | Join for full access In Memoriam: Marc R. de Leval (1941-2022) Published: September 02, 2022. Pages 551-552 Contributors Martin J. Elliott; John E. Deanfield Go to - [10 Online First Articles - November 10, 2022](https://wspchs.org/10-online-first-articles-november-10-2022/) - Interrupted Aortic Arch Associated With Aortopulmonary Window: The Role of Multidetector Computed Tomography Angiography Published: November 04, 2022. Online first Contributors Laia Brunet-Garcia; Flavio Zuccarino; Bosco Alejandro Moscoso Garrido; Juan Manuel Carretero Bellon Go to the journal | Join for full access Computed Tomographic 3-Dimensional Virtual Dissection Aiding in Diagnosis and Surgical Planning of - [4 Online First Articles - December 13, 2022](https://wspchs.org/4-online-first-articles-december-13-2022/) - World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery4 Online First Articles If you are a paid-up member you can access full-text of these articles through https://www.wspchs.org. Noninvasive Monitoring to Demonstrate Postoperative Differences in Regional Hemodynamics in Newborn Infants With d-Transposition of Great Arteries and Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome Published: December 12, 2022. Online first Contributors - [7 Online First Articles - January 19, 2023](https://wspchs.org/7-online-first-articles-january-19-2023/) - Normothermic Versus Hypothermic Norwood Procedure Published: December 20, 2022. Online first Contributors Eitan Keizman; David Mishaly; Eilon Ram; Soslan Urtaev; Shai Tejman-Yarden; Tal Tirosh Wagner; Alain E Serraf Go to the journal | Join for full access Norwood Aneurysm: Report of a Rare Phenomenon Published: December 20, 2022. Online first Contributors Othman A. Aljohani; - [WSPCHS Exhibiting at AATS 2015](https://wspchs.org/wspchs-exhibiting-at-aats-2015/) - We will be exhibiting at the American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS) in Seattle April 26 to 28, 2015. Come by booth 908 for a free copy of the World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery. You Care About Quality Care Join an important group of surgeons and specialists in the field of pediatric and congenital - [History of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery: The First Decade](https://wspchs.org/history-of-the-world-society-for-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-surgery-the-first-decade/) - Abstract The World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery (WSPCHS) is the largest professional organization in the world dedicated to pediatric and congenital heart surgery. The purpose of this article is to document the first decade of the history of WSPCHS from its formation in 2006, to summarize the current status of WSPCHS, and - [WSPCHS Orlando 2018 Program Guide](https://wspchs.org/wspchs-orlando-2018-program-guide/) - WSPCHS Orlando 2018 Conference Guide - [5 Online first articles from our World Journal](https://wspchs.org/5-online-first-articles-from-our-world-journal/) - Successful Surgical Management of a Rare Case of Mixed Type of Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connection in a Very Low Birth Weight Preterm Child Using a Novel Surgical Technique Published: January 18, 2019. Online first Contributors Anuj Mehta; Vijayakumar Raju; Subramanian Muthukumaran; Soundaravalli Balakrishnan; Kalyanasundaram Muthuswamy Go to the journal | Join for full access - [Registration Code for Sofia Bulgaria Meeting](https://wspchs.org/registration-code-for-sofia-bulgaria-meeting/) - To register for the Sofia regional meeting as a WSPCHS member, you will need a coupon code. - [March 2019 Published](https://wspchs.org/march-2019-published/) - The Congenital Heart Technical Skill Study: Rationale and Design Published: March 07, 2019. Pages 137-144 Contributors Brett R. Anderson; S. Ram Kumar; Danielle Gottlieb-Sen; Matthew H. Liava’a; Kevin D. Hill; Jeffrey P. Jacobs; Francis X. Moga; David M. Overman; Jane W. Newburger; Sherry A. Glied; Emile A. Bacha Go to the journal | Join - [3 Online First Articles](https://wspchs.org/3-online-first-articles/) - World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart SurgeryOnline First Articles If you are a paid-up member you can access full-text of these articles through https://www.wspchs.org. Pulmonary Atresia with Ventricular Septal Defect: Rare Presentation with Coronary-to-Pulmonary Artery Collaterals from Both Right and Left Coronaries Published: March 28, 2019. Online first Contributors Paritosh Ballal; Sabarinath Menon; Sarvana - [May 2019 Published](https://wspchs.org/may-2019-published/) - Impact of Regional Cerebral Perfusion on Outcomes Among Neonates Undergoing Norwood Operation Published: May 14, 2019. Pages 261-267 Contributors Karl Migally; Mallikarjuna Rettiganti; Jeffrey M. Gossett; Brian Reemtsen; Punkaj Gupta Go to the journal | Join for full access Multi-center Data Frames Single-center Questions Published: May 14, 2019. Pages 268-269 Contributors David Bichell Go - [ECHSA-WSPCHS Sofia 2019 Program Guide](https://wspchs.org/echsa-wspchs-sofia-2019-program-guide/) - WSPCHS Sofia 2019 Conference Guide - [Invitation to establish guidelines for Pulmonary Valve Replacement in the post-operative Tetralogy of Fallot patient](https://wspchs.org/invitation-to-establish-guidelines-for-pulmonary-valve-replacement-in-the-post-operative-tetralogy-of-fallot-patient/) - Our colleagues from CHSS and ECHSA have agreed to participate in a Joint Research effort that will entail establishing guidelines for Pulmonary Valve Replacement in the post-operative Tetralogy of Fallot patient. The leadership of these societies would like to extend the invitation to participate in the literature review, review sessions at upcoming meeting, phone conferences, - [15 Online First Articles - June 14 2019](https://wspchs.org/15-online-first-articles-june-14-2019/) - Correcting a Rare Congenital Anomaly in an Adult—A Case Report Published: May 30, 2019. Online first Contributors John Duggan; William Parker; Junewai L. Reoma; Samuel Richey; Charles Huddleston Go to the journal | Join for full access Carinal Resection and Reconstruction for an Obstructing Inflammatory Myofibroblastic Tumor in a Child Published: May 23, 2019. - [July 2019 Published](https://wspchs.org/july-2019-published/) - In Memoriam—Leonard Lee Bailey, MD (1942-2019) Published: July 16, 2019. Pages 397-399 Contributors Luca A. Vricella; Anees J. Razzouk Go to the journal | Join for full access Minimization of Surgical Site Infections in Patients With Delayed Sternal Closure After Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Published: July 16, 2019. Pages 400-406 Contributors Mouhammad Yabrodi; Jeremy L. Hermann; - [September 2019 Published](https://wspchs.org/september-2019-published/) - Impact of 3D Printouts in Optimizing Surgical Results for Complex Congenital Heart Disease Published: September 09, 2019. Pages 533-538 Contributors Frank Han; Jennifer Co-Vu; Dalia Lopez-Colon; John Forder; Mark Bleiweis; Karl Reyes; Curt DeGroff; Arun Chandran Go to the journal | Join for full access Rescue Cardiac Surgeries After Pediatric Catheter-Based Interventions: A Ten-Year Retrospective - [3 Online First Articles - Oct 19, 2019](https://wspchs.org/3-online-first-articles-oct-19-2019/) - World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart SurgeryOnline First Articles Neurodevelopmental Outcomes Among Children With Congenital Heart Disease: At-Risk Populations and Modifiable Risk Factors Published: October 29, 2019. Online first Contributors Kathleen R. Ryan; Melissa B. Jones; Kiona Y. Allen; Bradley S. Marino; Frank Casey; Gil Wernovsky; Amy Jo Lisanti Go to the journal | - [November 2019 Published](https://wspchs.org/november-2019-published/) - Congenital Cardiac Surgery and Parental Perception of Risk: A Quantitative Analysis Published: November 01, 2019. Pages 669-677 Contributors Robyn Lotto; Ian Jones; Sarah E. Seaton; Ram Dhannapuneni; Rafael Guerrero; Attilio Lotto Go to the journal | Join for full access The Konno Operation Is a Durable Option for Relief of Aortic Stenosis in Patients - [6 Online First Articles - Dec 10, 2019](https://wspchs.org/6-online-first-articles-dec-10-2019/) - World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart SurgeryOnline First Articles If you are a paid-up member you can access full-text of these articles through https://www.wspchs.org. Transparency and Public Reporting: Beyond the Gathering Storm Published: December 10, 2019. Online first Contributors Joseph A. Dearani Go to the journal | Join for full access Remarkably Still Repairable - [January 2020 Published](https://wspchs.org/january-2020-published/) - Transparency and Public Reporting: Beyond the Gathering Storm Published: January 01, 2020. Pages 9-13 Contributors Joseph A. Dearani Go to the journal | Join for full access The Congenital Cardiac Anesthesia Society—Society of Thoracic Surgeons Cardiac Anesthesia Database Collaboration Published: January 01, 2020. Pages 14-21 Contributors David F. Vener; Rania K. Abbasi; Morgan Brown; - [March 2020 Published](https://wspchs.org/march-2020-published/) - The Fate of Homograft Versus Polytetrafluoroethylene Conduits After Neonatal Truncus Arteriosus Repair Published: February 25, 2020. Pages 141-147 Contributors Laura M. Seese; Harma K. Turbendian; Carlos E. Diaz Castrillon; Victor O. Morell Go to the journal | Join for full access Conduits for Right Ventricular Outflow Tract Reconstruction in Children: Are We Improving? Published: - [Cerebral Protection](https://wspchs.org/cerebral-protection/) - Register here Chairs Abdelmalek Bouzid, Algiers, AlgeriaIgnacio Juaneda, Cordoba, ArgentinaConstantine D. Mavroudis, Philadelphia, USA - [Critical Care for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery 1](https://wspchs.org/critical-care-for-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-surgery-1/) - Presented in partnership with Register here Chairs Zohair Al-Halees, Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaLindsey Justice, Cincinnati, USALenardo Miana, Sao Paulo, Brazil - [Critical Care for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery 2](https://wspchs.org/critical-care-for-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-surgery-2/) - Presented in partnership with Register here Chairs Fekede Agwar, Addis Ababa, EthiopiaJeffrey P. Jacobs, Gainesville, USAPeter Roeleveld, Leiden, Netherlands - [Myocardial Protection](https://wspchs.org/myocardial-protection/) - Chairs Ignacio Juaneda, Cordoba, ArgentinaConstantine D. Mavroudis, Philadelphia, USAGuido Michielon, Genova, Italy - [March 2023 Issue Published](https://wspchs.org/march-2023-issue-published/) - World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart SurgeryVolume 14 Issue 2, 2023 Published If you are a paid-up member you can access full-text of these articles through https://www.wspchs.org. A Single-Institutional Experience with 36 Children Smaller Than 5 Kilograms Supported with the Berlin Heart Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) over 12 Years: Comparison of Patients with Biventricular - [Cardiopulmonary Bypass 2](https://wspchs.org/cardiopulmonary-bypass-2/) - Chairs Ryan Accord, Groningen, NetherlandsConstantine D. Mavroudis, Philadelphia, USAUvie Onakpoya, Ile-Ife, Nigeria - [Cardiopulmonary Bypass 1](https://wspchs.org/cardiopulmonary-bypass-1/) - Register here Chairs Ryan Accord, Groningen, NetherlandsConstantine D. Mavroudis, Philadelphia, USAUvie Onakpoya, Ile-Ife, Nigeria - [WDPCHS Newsletter - December 2022](https://wspchs.org/wdpchs-newsletter-december-2022/) - Message from the Database We would like to first extend a ‘Thank You’ to all the members of the World Database for Pediatric Congenital Heart Surgery (WDPCHS) for your continued efforts and hard work in this important international project. The past two years have seen incredible resilience from our organization through some of the most challenging times. Each year we take this opportunity to present our participation update for the World Database. In 2022, we have recruited three new centers including institutions in Chile, Egypt and Thailand. At this time over 20,000 tier 1 surgeries and over 17,000 tier 2 surgeries have been entered from all 70 participating World Database institutions. Thank you to all the site coordinators and World Database members for your active participation in the database. We continue to be encouraged by your increasing contributions, and hope this inspires more participation. Please let us know how we can assist you better by writing to us at jeanneanne.love@kirso.net. We look forward to hearing from you. We will continue to make enhancements to the web based data entry system in 2023 and we welcome all feedback and suggestions. Sincerely, James D. St. Louis, Database Chair/SecretaryJames K. Kirklin, WSPCHS PresidentChristo I. Tchervenkov, WSPCHS Executive Director - [Pediatric and Congenital Coronary Anomalies 1: ALCAPA, Kawasaki Disease & Others](https://wspchs.org/pediatric-and-congenital-coronary-anomalies-1-alcapa-kawasaki-disease-others/) - Program Constantine Mavroudis, Indianapolis, USAAli Dodge-Khatami, Aachen, GermanyKrishna Iyer, New Delhi, India - [Pediatric and Congenital Coronary Anomalies 2: AAOCA](https://wspchs.org/pediatric-and-congenital-coronary-anomalies-2-aaoca/) - Register here Chairs Carlos M. Mery, Austin, USA Massimo Padalino, Padova, Italy Igor Konstantinov, Melbourne, Australia - [Management of Congenital Heart Disease at High Altitude](https://wspchs.org/management-of-congenital-heart-disease-at-high-altitude/) - Program Jorge Cervantes, Mexico City, MexicoEricka Perez Albrecht, La Paz, BoliviaNestor Sandoval, Bogota, Colombia Register Here - [Multi-institutional Retrospective Clinical Study](https://wspchs.org/multi-institutional-retrospective-clinical-study/) - We welcome your participation in a multi-institutional retrospective clinical study of the rare form of d-Transposition of the Great Arteries (d-TGA), with Intact Ventricular Septum (IVS) and Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction (LVOTO). [Survey closed ] Inclusion criteria: d-TGA, IVSLVOTO (Fixed, Dynamic or both) Exclusion criteria:Presence of a VSD Time Period:1992 -2022 Participating Organizations:ECHSAWSPCHSCHSSAEPC Principal - [19th Webinar: Diseases of the Aorta 2: Miscellaneous Conditions](https://wspchs.org/19th-webinar-diseases-of-the-aorta-2-miscellaneous-conditions/) - Program Duke Cameron, Boston, USAKatrien Francois, Gent, BelgiumShunji Sano, Tokyo, Japan Register Here - [20th Webinar: Congenital Mitral Valve Disease](https://wspchs.org/20th-webinar-congenital-mitral-valve-disease/) - Program Christian Brizard, Melbourne, Australia Darshan Reddy, Durban, South Africa Luca Vricella, Chicago, USA Register Here - [Governing Council 2022-2023](https://wspchs.org/governing-council-2022-2023/) - James Kirklin President Birmingham, USA Kirsten Finucane First Vice-President Auckland, New Zealand Nestor Sandoval Second Vice-President Bogota, Colombia Frank Edwin Secretary Accra, Ghana James St Louis Treasurer Augusta, USA Carl Backer Editor Lexington, USA Christo I. Tchervenkov Executive Director Montreal, Canada Erle Austin Council Member Louisville, USA Papa Salmane Ba Council Member Dakar, Senegal Abdelmalek - [4 Free Articles from May 2022](https://wspchs.org/4-free-articles-from-may-2022/) - World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery4 Articles Currently free Check out these articles are currently free without a subscription. Go to https://journals.sagepub.com/toc/pcha/13/3 Mentorship Moments Published: April 21, 2022. Pages 278-279 Contributors Marshall L. Jacobs COVID-19 FAQs in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: 2022 Perspective and Updates Published: March 28, 2022. Pages 287-292 Contributors Emily R. Levy; - [New Editor-in-Chief Dr. Carl Lewis Backer](https://wspchs.org/new-editor-in-chief-dr-carl-lewis-backer/) - Welcome to New Editor-in-Chief Dr. Carl Lewis Backer We proudly announce the selection of Carl Lewis Backer as the new Editor-in-Chief of the World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery. Carl has extensive experience in publishing, including several textbooks. He has served as an Associate Editor of the World Journal. We have no doubt - [Seventeenth Webinar: Aortic Insufficiency in Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease: Surgical Management](https://wspchs.org/seventeenth-webinar-aortic-insufficiency-in-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-disease-surgical-management/) - Program Abdelmalek Bouzid, Co-Chair, Algiers, Algeria Attilio Lotto, Co-Chair, Liverpool, UK Christian Pizarro, Co-Chair, Wilmington, USA Register Here - [18th Webinar: Diseases of the Aorta 1: Aneurysmal Disease](https://wspchs.org/18th-webinar-diseases-of-the-aorta-1-aneurysmal-disease/) - Program Duke Cameron – Boston, USAKatrien Francois – Gent, Belgium Register Here - [March 2022 Published](https://wspchs.org/march-2022-published-2/) - The World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery: 2021 Update of the World Database for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery First Published March 3, 2022; pp. 137–145 Contributors James D. St Louis, MD, Luqin Deng, PhD, Claire Covington, MPA, Nicholas A. Timkovich, MSHI, Danielle Crethers, BA, Craig S. Collum, MPH, John K. Pennington, - [Sixteenth Webinar: Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction 2: Subvalvar and Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis](https://wspchs.org/sixteenth-webinar-left-ventricular-outflow-tract-obstruction-2-subvalvar-and-supravalvar-aortic-stenosis/) - Register Here! Program Ignacio Juaneda, Co-Chair, Cordoba, ArgentinaMichael Mitchell, Co-Chair, Milwaukee, USAPiya Samankatiwat, Co-Chair, Bangkok, Thailand - [Fifteenth Webinar: Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction 1: Valvar Aortic Stenosis](https://wspchs.org/fifteenth-webinar-left-ventricular-outflow-tract-obstruction-1-valvar-aortic-stenosis/) - Program Ignacio Juaneda, Co-Chair, Cordoba, ArgentinaMichael Mitchell, Co-Chair, Milwaukee, USAPiya Samankatiwat, Co-Chair, Bangkok, Thailand - [January 2022 Published](https://wspchs.org/january-2022-published/) - WORLD JOURNAL FOR PEDIATRIC AND CONGENITAL HEART SURGERYVOLUME 13 ISSUE 1, JANUARY 2022 PUBLISHED - [Save the Date - 7th Scientific Meeting, June 15-19, 2022](https://wspchs.org/save-the-date-7th-scientific-meeting-june-15-19-2022/) - Save the Date June 15-19, 2022 Marrakesh, Morocco - [Abstract Deadline - 7th Scientific Meeting, June 15-19, 2022](https://wspchs.org/abstract-deadline-7th-scientific-meeting-june-15-19-2022/) - Save the Date June 15-19, 2022 Marrakesh, Morocco - [November 2021 Published](https://wspchs.org/november-2021-published/) - WORLD JOURNAL FOR PEDIATRIC AND CONGENITAL HEART SURGERYVOLUME 12 ISSUE 6, NOVEMBER 2021 PUBLISHED - [Thirteenth Curriculum Webinar: Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome: Complex Issues and Types](https://wspchs.org/thirteenth-curriculum-webinar-hypoplastic-left-heart-syndrome-complex-issues-and-types/) - Register Here! Program Co-Chairs Jennifer Romano, Ann Arbor, USATomasz Mroczek, Krakow, PolandPedro Becker, Santiago, Chile - [Fourteenth Webinar Hypoplastic Left Ventricle: Role, Indications, and Contraindications for Biventricular Repair](https://wspchs.org/fourteenth-webinar-hypoplastic-left-ventricle-role-indications-and-contraindications-for-biventricular-repair/) - Register Here! Program Hani Najm, Co-Chair, Cleveland, USAShingo Kasahara, Co-Chair, Okayama, JapanHakan Akintuerk, Co-Chair, Giessen, Germany - [Eleventh Curriculum Webinar: Atrioventricular Septal Defect: Complex Types and Issues](https://wspchs.org/eleventh-curriculum-webinar-atrioventricular-septal-defect-complex-types-and-issues/) - Co-Chairs David Overman, Minneapolis, USA Kisaburo Sakamoto, Shizuoka, Japan Yishay Orr, Sydney, Australia Register Here - [Ninth Curriculum Webinar: Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connection: Global Perspectives on Treatment](https://wspchs.org/ninth-curriculum-webinar-total-anomalous-pulmonary-venous-connection-global-perspectives-on-treatment/) - Co-Chairs Jorge Cervantes, Mexico City, Mexico Susan Vosloo, Cape Town, South Africa Tjark Ebels, Groningen, Netherlands - [Open Access Article from May 2021 Issue](https://wspchs.org/open-access-article-from-may-2021-issue/) - Current Management of Anomalous Aortic Origin of a Coronary Artery: A Pan-Canadian Survey Published: May 04, 2021. Pages 387-393 Contributors Kenza Rahmouni; Pierre-Luc Bernier https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/2150135121999030 - [Eight Curriculum Webinar: Atrial Septal Defects, Partial Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connections: Global Perspectives on Treatment](https://wspchs.org/atrial-septal-defects-partial-anomalous-pulmonary-venous-connections-global-perspectives-on-treatment/) - Atrial Septal Defects, Partial Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connections: Global Perspectives on Treatment May 22, 20219 am - 11:30am EDT(13:00 – 15:30 GMT)Register here: https://zoom.wupchs.education/asd-global-perspectives - [Open Access Articles from March 2021 Issue](https://wspchs.org/open-access-articles-from-march-2021-issue/) - Free articles from Volume 12 Issue 2, March 2021 In Memoriam: William I. Norwood Jr (1941-2020) Published: March 08, 2021. Pages 161-163 Contributors Edward J. Malec; Marshall L. Jacobs https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/2150135121992008 Fate of the Arterial Origin of Major Aortopulmonary Collateral Arteries After Unifocalization Published: March 08, 2021. Pages 230-233 Contributors P.C. van de Woestijne; J.A.A.E. Cuypers; W.A. - [Sixth Curriculum Webinar: Interrupted Aortic Arch: Global Perspectives on Treatment](https://wspchs.org/interrupted-aortic-arch-global-perspectives-on-treatment-webinar/) - Interrupted Aortic Arch: Global Perspectives on Treatment March 20, 202113:00 – 15:30 GMT9:00 – 11:30 EDT (Montreal) - [Seventh Curriculum Webinar: Rheumatic Heart Disease: Global Perspectives on Prevention and Treatment](https://wspchs.org/rheumatic-heart-disease-global-perspectives-on-prevention-and-treatment/) - Rheumatic Heart Disease: Global Perspectives on Prevention and Treatmentin Collaboration with the African Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery April 17, 202113:00 – 15:30 GMT9:00 – 11:30 EDT (Montreal) - [Fifth Curriculum Webinar Coarctation, Hypoplastic Aortic Arch: Global Perspectives on Treatment](https://wspchs.org/fifth-curriculum-webinar-coarctation-hypoplastic-aortic-arch-global-perspectives-on-treatment/) - Coarctation, Hypoplastic Aortic Arch: Global Perspectives on Treatment February 20, 202114:00 – 16:30 GMT9:00 – 11:30 ET (Montreal) - [January 2021 Published](https://wspchs.org/january-2021-published/) - Heart Transplantation for Pediatric and Congenital Cardiac Disease: A Comparison of Two Eras over 23 Years and 188 Transplants at a Single Institution Pages 17-26ContributorsGenevieve C. Tuite; James A. Quintessenza; Alfred Asante-Korang; Sharon R. Ghazarian; Bethany L. Wisotzkey; Shawn Shah; Gary E. Stapleton; Jamie A. Decker; Carrie E. Herbert; Vyas Kartha; Plato Alexander; Jennifer - [Fourth Curriculum Webinar Ventricular Septal Defects: Global Perspectives on Treatment](https://wspchs.org/fourth-curriculum-webinar-ventricular-septal-defects-global-perspectives-on-treatment/) - Ventricular Septal Defects:Global Perspectives on Treatment January 23, 202114:00 – 16:30 GMT9:00 – 11:30 ET (Montreal) - [2 Online First Articles - Dec 8, 2020](https://wspchs.org/2-online-first-articles-dec-8-2020/) - World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart SurgeryOnline First ArticlesIf you are a paid-up member you can access full-text of these articles through https://www.wspchs.org.COVID-19 Testing, Surgical Prioritization, and Reactivation in a Congenital Cardiac Surgery Program Online firstContributorsBrandon M. Wojcik; Taufiek K. Rajab; Shanna Newman; James Jaggers; Max B. MitchellGet member access here.Effect of Albumin Addition - [WDPCHS Newsletter - November 2020](https://wspchs.org/wdpchs-newsletter-november-2020/) - During the last several months, our community has experienced unprecedented changes not only in the way we conduct clinical practice, but also in the fashion with which we live our daily lives. The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every aspect of our existence, with over one million individuals having succumbed to the virus worldwide. However, we will endure these historic events and become better, as a global community, than ever before. The leadership of the World Database for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery wishes to express our deepest thoughts and prayers to all our colleagues who have experienced personal and professional tragedies as a result of this pandemic. Through the hardship and suffering, a renewed sense of comradery and collaboration has emerged. Societies across the globe, particularly those dedicated to the care of congenital heart disease, have shared experiences, provided tangible support, and cared for each other during these challenging times. We need to continue to pull together as a community; it is the only way we will be successful in defeating this insult to humanity. Sincerely, James K. Kirklin, Database ChairJames D. St. Louis, Database Vice Chair/SecretaryErle Austen, Chair, CHSS Quality CommitteeRobert Dabal, WDPCHS Quality CommitteeMarcelo B. Jatene, WSPCHS PresidentChristo I. Tchervenkov, WSPCHS Executive Director - [Message from the President](https://wspchs.org/message-from-the-president/) - I am honored and privileged to have been elected as your President. I cannot be but very proud of what this thriving society has achieved in such a short time. We have had many excellent scientific meetings around the globe covering a wide range of topics. Responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, the World University was - [First Curriculum Webinar Transposition of the Great Arteries, Intact Ventricular Septum](https://wspchs.org/first-curriculum-webinar-transposition-of-the-great-arteries-intact-ventricular-septum/) - Inaugural Curriculum Webinar!! Register Here Today! First Curriculum Webinar Transposition of the Great Arteries, Intact Ventricular Septum September 26, 2020 13:00 – 15:30 GMT 9:00 – 11:30 ET (Montreal) - [News on Upcoming Meetings](https://wspchs.org/news-on-upcoming-meetings/) - The Governing Council of the WSPCHS held a first-ever Zoom Meeting on May 2, 2020 to discuss the negative impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the care of the patients with CHD and on the ability to hold face-to-face scientific meetings for the foreseeable future. - [WDPCHS Newsletter - March 2020](https://wspchs.org/wdpchs-newsletter-march-2020/) - We want to first acknowledge that this is a very unsettling time for the world right now, so we want to wish all of you the best and to be safe and healthy during these uncertain times. We will come together as a group and will be a stronger global community after this. As we enter a new year, we would like to extend a ‘Thank You’ to all the members of the World Database for Pediatric Congenital Heart Surgery (WDPCHS) for your continued efforts and hard work in this important international project. The WDPCHS continues to grow each year; now with 68 hospitals in 22 countries enrolling a collective 27,470 surgeries. The WDPCHS Web Based Data Entry system has undergone a number of enhancements throughout 2019 and the beginning of 2020, including the ability to translate the data entry forms into languages other than English, monthly surgery count verification tables, and added question & answer options to data entry forms. All these changes are noted on our World Database Website as well as changes since our inception in 2017; World Database Website We will continue make enhancements to the web based data entry system in 2020 and we welcome all feedback and suggestions. Sincerely, James K. Kirklin, Database ChairJames D. St. Louis, Database Vice Chair/SecretaryMarcelo B. Jatene, WSPCHS PresidentChristo I. Tchervenkov, WSPCHS Executive Director - [Gratitude for a great meeting in Bali, 2019](https://wspchs.org/gratitude-for-a-great-meeting-in-bali-2019/) - Dear colleagues and friends from around the world, We cannot find words to express our profound gratitude for the amazing World Society Meeting that just took place in Bali, Indonesia! - [World Database Bali Symposium](https://wspchs.org/world-database-bali-symposium/) - The World Database will be running a symposium during the Bali Regional meeting, Friday, November 29th, 2019 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. We hope to see you all there! - [WDPCHS Newsletter - October 2019](https://wspchs.org/wdpchs-newsletter-october-2019/) - This is the fall newsletter of the World Database for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery (WDPCHS). This newsletter will be distributed quarterly with updates to the database. Entering the third year of the World Database, 63 hospitals are now enrolled representing 20 countries with a collective 23,230 surgeries entered. We are happy to report that one-year follow up status is known for 67 percent of our patients. Enthusiasm for the database continues to grow and centers are enrolling rapidly. Sincerely, James K. Kirklin, Database ChairJames D. St. Louis, Database Vice Chair/SecretaryMarcelo B. Jatene, WSPCHS PresidentChristo I. Tchervenkov, WSPCHS Executive Director - [Abstract Submissions Portal Now Open](https://wspchs.org/abstract-submission-portal-now-open/) - The Abstract submission & ticket registration for Bali Symposium Regional Meeting November 28-30, 2019 is open. you are welcome to register & submit your abstract through our website". Abstract submission : https://wspchs.org/bali2019/submit-abstract/ Registration (ticket & hotel) : https://attendbali2019.wspchs.org/ - [Get CME Credits at the ECHSA-WSPCHS 2019 Joint Meeting](https://wspchs.org/get-cme-credits-at-the-echsa-wspchs-2019-joint-meeting/) - We are pleased to announce that the event has been accredited for 21 European CME Credits. Don't Miss Out! - [WDPCHS Newsletter - June 2019](https://wspchs.org/wdpchs-newsletter-june-2019/) - In this issue Message from the Database Participating Hospitals Web Based Data Entry Updates Database Participating Centers Changes in Data Quality (DQ) Process Upcoming Database Presentations and Booths Surgery Counts and Collective Counts Learn More! How to Enroll! Contact Us - [4 Online First Articles](https://wspchs.org/4-online-first-articles/) - World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart SurgeryOnline First ArticlesIf you are a paid-up member you can access full-text of these articles through https://www.wspchs.org.Left Subclavian Artery Test Balloon Occlusion Before Covered Stent for Recoarctation and Aneurysm Online firstContributorsAbraham Rothman; Michael L. Ciccolo; Alvaro Galindo; William N. EvansGet member access here.Prostaglandin Infusion in Neonate With Severe - [Member Access Code for Sofia Bulgaria Meeting](https://wspchs.org/member-access-code-for-sofia-bulgaria-meeting/) - To register for the Sofia regional meeting as a WSPCHS member, please enter this code when prompted after selecting the "WSPCHS Membership Registration" option: LHDGNRHW Register here: https://pcoconvin.eventsair.com/echsa-wspchs2019/registration/Site/Register - [2 Online first articles from our World Journal](https://wspchs.org/2-online-first-articles-from-our-world-journal/) - World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart SurgeryOnline First ArticlesIf you are a paid-up member you can access full-text of these articles through https://www.wspchs.org.Selected Abstracts from Cardiology 2019: 22nd Annual Update on Pediatric and Congenital Cardiovascular Disease : Huntington Beach, California—February 13-17, 2019 Online firstGet member access here.Aortic Root Enlargement and Aortic Valve Replacement for - [Free Article: IMPACT Registry and National Pediatric Cardiology Quality Improvement Collaborative](https://wspchs.org/free-article-impact-registry-and-national-pediatric-cardiology-quality-improvement-collaborative/) - The World Journal is pleased to offer this open access article. IMPACT Registry and National Pediatric Cardiology Quality Improvement Collaborative: Contributions to Quality in Congenital Heart Disease Gerard R. Martin, MD, Jeffrey B. Anderson, MD, Robert N. Vincent, MD First Published January 8, 2019 Research Article - [January 2019 Published](https://wspchs.org/january-2019-published/) - Vol. 10, No. 1 January 2019 Published - [November 2018 Published](https://wspchs.org/november-2018-published/) - Vol. 9, No. 6 November 2018 Published - [September 2018 Published](https://wspchs.org/september-2018-published/) - Vol. 9, No. 5 September 2018 Published - [Sponsors supporting the WSPCHS](https://wspchs.org/sponsors-supporting-the-wspchs/) - We gratefully acknowledge the precious support of the following: Andy Collins for Kids Fund Dr. Ivan C. Tchervenkov Endowment Memorial Fund Angela’s Big Heart for Little Kids Fund Division of Cardiovascular Surgery Fund Heart of Life Fund - [Save the date - Bali, Indonesia 2019](https://wspchs.org/save-the-date-bali-indonesia-2019/) - Regional Scientific Meeting Bali Symposium Arterial Switch Operation from A to Z 28 - 30 November 2019 https://bali2019.wspchs.org - [Save the date - Sofia, Bulgaria 2019](https://wspchs.org/save-the-date-sofia-bulgaria-2019/) - Joint Meeting ECHSA/WSPCHS, Governing Council Meeting, and Annual Members' Meeting Surgical Management of the Critically Ill Neonate and Infant 20 - 22 June 2019 http://www.echsa-wspchs2019.org - [Sponsors 6th Scientific Meeting](https://wspchs.org/sponsors-6th-scientific-meeting/) - Financial Supporters and Exhibitors We wish to acknowledge the following companies that have provided or pledged an educational grant or gift-in-kind in support of this activity. Please note that the commercial support received is solely for the educational component of the activity and will not be used to provide food or beverage. - [July 2018 Published](https://wspchs.org/july-2018-published/) - Vol. 9, No. 4 July 2018 Published - [European Union (EU) strengthens data privacy for consumers](https://wspchs.org/european-union-eu-strengthens-data-privacy-for-consumers/) - A new law in the European Union (EU) strengthens data privacy for consumers. Beginning May 25, 2018, the EU's new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) gives EU residents more control over how their personal data is handled. In the spirit of, and in compliance with, GDPR, we want you to know what personal data we collect, and what we do and don't do with it. - [An Invitation from Richard Jonas, M.D. to WSPCHS 2018](https://wspchs.org/an-invitation-from-richard-jonas-m-d-to-wspchs-2018/) - An Invitation from Richard Jonas, M.D. to WSPCHS 2018 from JohnsHopkinsAllChildrensHospital on Vimeo. - [May 2018 Published](https://wspchs.org/may-2018-published/) - Vol. 9, No. 3 May 2018 Published - [March 2018 Published](https://wspchs.org/march-2018-published/) - Vol. 9, No. 3 March 2018 Published - [January 2018 Published](https://wspchs.org/january-2018-published/) - Vol. 9, No. 3 January 2018 Published - [6th Scientific Meeting of the World Society joins the 18th International Symposium on Congenital Heart Disease](https://wspchs.org/6th-scientific-meeting-of-the-world-society-joins-the-18th-international-symposium-on-congenital-heart-disease/) - 6th Scientific Meeting of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery joins the 18th International Symposium on from JohnsHopkinsAllChildrensHospital on Vimeo. - [6th Scientific Meeting - Surgical Skills](https://wspchs.org/6th-scientific-meeting-surgical-skills/) - WSPCHS2018 Promo from All Children's Hospital on Vimeo. - [WSPCHS - World Database Luncheon Symposium](https://wspchs.org/wspchs-world-database-luncheon-symposium/) - 7th World Congress for Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery, BarcelonaTuesday 18 July, 201712:15 pm to 1:15 pmMeeting Room 3 - [6th Scientific Meeting - Save the Date](https://wspchs.org/6th-scientific-meeting-save-the-date/) - We hope you can join this premier gathering of the largest professional organization in the world dedicated to pediatric and congenital cardiac surgery. In keeping with the mission of the WSPCHS, presenters at this meeting will strive to promote the highest quality comprehensive care to all patients with congenital heart disease, from the fetus to the - [5th Scientific Meeting Final Program](https://wspchs.org/5th-scientific-meeting-final-program/) - Fifth Scientific Meeting Preliminary ProgramWorld Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery October 27-30, 2016Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi, UAE Meeting Organizers Zohair Al-Halees, Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaChristo I. Tchervenkov, Montreal, Canada Local Host Zohair Al-Halees, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Local Committee Chair: Zohair Al-Halees, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Obaid Aljassim, Dubai, UAE; Abdulaziz Al-Khaldi, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Wael Al Mahmeed, Dubai, UAE; Howaida Al-Qethamy, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Osman Al-Radi, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia; Roberto Di Donato, Dubai, UAE; François Lacour-Gayet, Muscat, Oman; Hani Najm, Cleveland, USA In Association with Arab Association of Cardiothoracic Surgery Egyptian Society of Cardiology Egyptian Society of Cardiothoracic Surgery Emirates Cardiac Society Gulf Heart Association Pan Arab Congenital Heart Disease Association Saudi Heart Association http://ecsc-wspchs.org/ - [5th Scientific Meeting Flyers](https://wspchs.org/5th-scientific-meeting-flyers/) - http://ecsc-wspchs.org/ - [5th Scientific Meeting Preliminary Program](https://wspchs.org/5th-scientific-meeting-preliminary-program/) - Fifth Scientific Meeting Preliminary ProgramWorld Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery October 27-30, 2016Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi, UAE Local Host Zohair Al-Halees, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Local Committee Chair: Zohair Al-Halees, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Obaid Aljassim, Dubai, UAE; Abdulaziz Al-Khaldi, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Wael Al Mahmeed, Dubai, UAE; Howaida Al-Qethamy, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Osman Al-Radi, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia; Roberto Di Donato, Dubai, UAE; François Lacour-Gayet, Muscat, Oman; Hani Najm, Cleveland, USA In Association with Arab Association of Cardiothoracic Surgery Egyptian Society of Cardiology Egyptian Society of Cardiothoracic Surgery Emirates Cardiac Society Gulf Heart Association Pan Arab Congenital Heart Disease Association Saudi Heart Association Deadline for Abstracts JUNE 6, 2016 August 1, 2016 http://ecsc-wspchs.org/ - [4th Scientific Meeting Photos - Sao Paulo 2014](https://wspchs.org/4th-scientific-meeting-photos-sao-paulo-2014/) - The 4th Scientific Meeting of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery in Sao Paulo was a great success! - [Sponsors 4th Scientific Meeting](https://wspchs.org/sponsors-4th-scientific-meeting/) - The World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery gratefully acknowledges the contribution of the following sponsors and exhibitors for their support in making the 4th Scientific Meeting in São Paulo, Brasil an historical event. Master Sponsor HCor Premium Sponsors Sorin Group Berlin Heart Super Supporters Wexler Ethicon Maquet Getinge Group São Leopoldo Mandic Gore - [4th Scientific Meeting - Poster Presentations](https://wspchs.org/4th-scientific-meeting-poster-presentations/) - Posters for 4th Scientific Meeting - [4th Scientific Meeting - Sunday July 20, 2014](https://wspchs.org/4th-scientific-meeting-sunday-july-20-2014/) - Sunday July 20, 2014 – 09:00 to 13:00 - [4th Scientific Meeting - Saturday July 19, 2014](https://wspchs.org/4th-scientific-meeting-saturday-july-19-2014/) - Saturday July 19, 2014 – 8:00 to 18:30 - [4th Scientific Meeting - Friday July 18, 2014](https://wspchs.org/4th-scientific-meeting-friday-july-18-2014/) - Friday July 18, 2014 – 8:00 to 18:30 - [4th Scientific Meeting - Thursday July 17, 2014](https://wspchs.org/4th-scientific-meeting-thursday-july-17-2014/) - Thursday July 17, 2014 – 8:00 to 18:30 - [4th Scientific Meeting - Wednesday July 16, 2014](https://wspchs.org/4th-scientific-meeting-wednesday-july-16-2011/) - Governing Council Meeting – 18:00 to 20:00 - [Program Committee - 2014 4th Scientific Meeting](https://wspchs.org/program-committee-2014-4th-scientific-meeting/) - Chair: Marcelo B. Jatene, Sao Paulo, Brazil Zohair Al-Halees, Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaMiguel Arboleda, Lima, PeruErle Austin, Louisville, USACarl L. Backer, Chicago, USAPedro A. Becker, Santiago, Chile Emre Belli, Paris, FrancePierre-Luc Bernier, Montreal, CanadaDrissi Boumzebra, Marrakesh, MoroccoWilliam J. Brawn, Birmingham, UKJohn W. Brown, Indianapolis, USAVictor Caicedo, Bogota, ColombiaLuiz F. Caneo, Sao Paulo, BrazilSertac Cicek, Istanbul, TurkeyJoseph - [Mac Book Air and a cup of Coffee](https://wspchs.org/mac-book-air-and-a-cup-of-coffee/) - Chocolate biscuit soufflé tart gummies marshmallow ice cream. Gummies sesame snaps oat cake sugar plum pie dessert brownie ice cream. Candy canes pie jujubes sweet roll cupcake gummies pastry. Fruitcake marshmallow sesame snaps dessert tootsie roll gummies tiramisu soufflé. Pudding croissant jelly sweet tiramisu pastry cookie jelly. Toffee ice cream toffee tiramisu. Apple pie cheesecake - [Old wooden wall and green bicycle](https://wspchs.org/old-wooden-wall-and-green-bicycle/) - Fruitcake marzipan topping tootsie roll cheesecake jelly-o topping. Fruitcake brownie muffin soufflé chocolate cake jelly-o chocolate cake cheesecake. Bear claw bear claw pie liquorice jelly beans tart. Tart candy pastry chocolate bar sweet. Topping unerdwear.com tootsie roll gingerbread chocolate danish cupcake. Halvah macaroon candy canes jelly-o halvah. Dragée marshmallow fruitcake powder lemon drops. Jujubes liquorice - [A boy leaning on the Wall](https://wspchs.org/a-boy-leaning-on-the-wall/) - Wafer croissant sweet marzipan. Sesame snaps sweet gingerbread pie jelly tiramisu oat cake. Biscuit caramels fruitcake chupa chups. Pie ice cream marzipan danish bonbon jelly chocolate cake applicake. Ice cream ice cream muffin cookie apple pie biscuit toffee applicake. Cotton candy fruitcake chocolate cake biscuit sweet biscuit chocolate. Lemon drops cupcake pie tiramisu. Toffee caramels - [Sponsors Special Joint Meeting Aldo R. Castaneda](https://wspchs.org/sponsors-special-joint-meeting-aldo-r-castaneda/) - The World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery gratefully acknowledges the financial contributions and commitments of the following sponsors for their support in making this celebration a success. Sponsors Genzyme Sorin Group Sponsoring Organizations World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery European Congenital Heart Surgeons' Society Sociedade Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular (Departmento de - [WSPCHS at WCPCCS](https://wspchs.org/wspchs-at-wcpccs/) - WSPCHS in Cape Town Adam Becker from our management office is on our stand answering membership questions and offering complimentary copies of the latest journal, information on the next Scientific Meeting in Sao Paulo. Booth 143. Come by and get a membership pin if your membership is up to date! - [Survey Results: NGOs Providing Pediatric Cardiovascular Services](https://wspchs.org/survey-results-ngos-providing-pediatric-cardiovascular-services/) - Download the Survey Results of NGOs Providing Pediatric Cardiovascular Services - [Become an Engaged Member - Message from President, Exec Director](https://wspchs.org/become-an-engaged-member-message-from-president-exec-director/) - The World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery has accomplished much since its establishment in 2006. We have organized highly successful Scientific Meetings held around the world from Washington, USA in 2007, to Cairns, Australia during the 5th World Congress in 2009 and Istanbul in 2011. Not to mention our World Summit on the status of pediatric cardiac surgery services and education in Montreal, Canada in 2008. - [World Congress WSPCHS-Sponsored Scientific Session](https://wspchs.org/world-congress-wspchs-sponsored-scientific-session/) - Join Us for a WSPCHS Sponsored Scientific Session WSPCHS is jointly sponsoring the session SURGERY, ANESTHESIA AND INTENSIVE CARE. Thursday 21st February 201310:30 - 17:00 Exhibition Hall 1B and 2 - [WSPCHS at World Congress 2013](https://wspchs.org/wspchs-at-world-congress-2013/) - Exhibit Booth Come say hello to the Society's management staff and the journal's managing editor at our booth: 143. - [WSPCHS Annual Membership Meeting at World Congress 2013](https://wspchs.org/wspchs-annual-membership-meeting-at-world-congress-2013/) - Annual Business Meeting The full membership is invited to attend the annual business meeting of the Society. Tuesday at 12noon to 2pm local time. Details will follow shorly. There will also be a Governing Council meeting on the Sunday before Congress. - [Current Concepts in Pediatric and Adult Congenital Cardiac Critical Care](https://wspchs.org/current-concepts-in-pediatric-and-adult-congenital-cardiac-critical-care/) - Date: March 21, 2013 Location: Columbia University Faculty House, 64 Morningside Drive, New York, NY 10027 - [17th International Congress of the Peruvian Society of Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery](https://wspchs.org/17th-international-congress-of-the-peruvian-society-of-cardio-thoracic-and-vascular-surgery/) - We live in an era of virtual communication, which unquestionably facilitate the development and learning of science. Nevertheless, we cannot replace the critical value of direct human contact between generations, schools, groups and individuals, especially in a science like medicine, which attempts to comprehensively assess human health. - [Report on 3rd Scientific Meeting of the WSPCHS](https://wspchs.org/report-on-3rd-scientific-meeting-of-the-wspchs/) - Dear Members, We hope that you have all had a great summer! The 3rd Scientific Meeting of our Society held in Istanbul June 23-26, 2011 was a great success and was attended by a total of 631 colleagues from all over the world. The Postgraduate Course on the functionally univentricular heart had a great number - [4th Scientific Meeting and Annual Business Meeting](https://wspchs.org/4th-scientific-meeting-and-annual-business-meeting/) - 4th Scientific Meeting and Annual Business Meeting World Society For Pediatric And Congenital Heart Surgery Summer 2014, Sao Paulo, Brazil - [Sponsors 3rd Scientific Meeting](https://wspchs.org/sponsors-3rd-scientific-meeting/) - The World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery gratefully acknowledges the contribution of the following sponsors and exhibitors for their support in making the 3rd Scientific Meeting in Istanbul, Turkey an historical event. Platinum Sponsor Marquet Gentinge Group Golden Sponsors Anadolu, in affiliation with John Hopkins Medicine The Montreal Children's Hospital Foundation Silver Supporters - [Sample Abstract](https://wspchs.org/sample-abstract/) - DEVELOPMENT OF THE PULMONARY ARTERIES AFTER THE NORWOOD PROCEDURE: COMPARISON BETWEEN BLALOCK-TAUSSIG SHUNT AND RIGHT VENTRICULAR-PULMONARY ARTERY CONDUIT Joseph Caspi, Timothy W. Pettitt, Theodorus Mulder, Aluizio Stopa Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery and Pediatric Cardiology, Louisiana State University, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA Background: The Norwood-Sano procedure for HLHS has been associated with improved postoperative hemodynamics - [Call for Abstracts](https://wspchs.org/call-for-abstracts/) - Dear Colleagues, The 3rd Scientific Meeting of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery will take place in Istanbul, Turkey next June 23-26, 2011. There will be a comprehensive Postgraduate Course on Functionally Single Ventricle. There will also be several scientific sessions with oral presentations as well as posters. We invite you to attend the World Society Scientific Meeting and to consider submitting material for presentation. The deadline for submission of an abstract has been extended to April 1, 2011. In order to avoid duplication in the submitting process, all submissions will be through the Congress website. Please go to www.wspchs2011.org and follow the appropriate links to make your submission. Detailed instructions can be found of this website. We hope to see you in Istanbul in June 2011. - [Final Programme Available](https://wspchs.org/final-programme-available/) - Now includes the accepted abstracts being presented. The World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery will be holding its Third Scientific Meeting on June 23-26, 2011 in Istanbul, Turkey. The World Society Program Committee is working hard to put together an exciting program. There will be a comprehensive Postgraduate Course on the topic of - [Final Prep for Third Scientific Meeting](https://wspchs.org/final-prep-for-third-scientific-meeting/) - Dear colleagues and friends, We are in the final sprint of the preparation for the Third Scientific Meeting of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery that will take place from June 23 until June 26, 2011. The meeting will take place in Istanbul, Turkey, a historic and fascinating metropolis straddling the continents - [World Society Now Incorporated](https://wspchs.org/world-society-now-incorporated/) - The World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery is pleased to announce that it is now incorporated in Canada as of April 7, 2011 with a head office in Montreal, Canada. Download the incorporation by-laws . The by-laws will be ratified at the annual business meeting of the membership. This is a major step forward in ensuring - [Sponsors 2008 World Summit](https://wspchs.org/sponsors/) - The World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery gratefully acknowledges the contribution of the following sponsors for their support in making the 2008 World Summit on Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery Services, Education and Cardiac Care in Children and Adults with Congenital Heart Disease a historical event. Berlin Heart Medtronic Bioring SA MediStim Casmedical - [Andrew's story](https://wspchs.org/andrews-story/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet enim. Etiam porta. Suspendisse a pellentesque dui, non felis. Maecenas malesuada elit lectus felis, malesuada ultricies. Curabitur et ligula enim. - [Hello world!](https://wspchs.org/hello-world/) - Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing! - [Sumaiya's story](https://wspchs.org/sumaiyas-story/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet enim. Etiam porta. 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Join Today / Renew Why Join WSPCHS?Global Community: Connect with a diverse community of professionals, - [World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery](https://wspchs.org/world-journal-for-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-surgery/) - It is the official journal of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery (WSPCHS), African Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery (ASPCHS), Congenital Heart Surgeons' Society (CHSS), and European Congenital Heart Surgeons Association (ECHSA). A central focus of the Journal is the surgical aspect of the care of infants, children, and adults. - [Presidents of the WSPCHS](https://wspchs.org/presidents-of-the-wspchs/) - [Password Management](https://wspchs.org/login-account/) - [Directory](https://wspchs.org/directory/) - [Profile Page](https://wspchs.org/profile-page/) - [Login](https://wspchs.org/login/) - [World Journal Access](https://wspchs.org/world-journal-access/) - [WSPCHS Meetings](https://wspchs.org/wspchs-meetings/) - Inaugural Scientific Meeting of the WSPCHSTetralogy of Fallot Washington, DC, May 3–4, 2007 World Summit on Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery Services, and Education and Cardiac Care Montreal, Canada, June 19–21, 2008 2nd Scientific Meeting at the World Congress or Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac CareAtrio Ventricular; Septal Defect Cairns, Australia, June 21–26, 2009 Special Multi-Societal - [World Database for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery](https://wspchs.org/world-database-for-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-surgery/) - As part of the mission of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, the World Database for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery will be developed and maintained for the purposes of furthering knowledge concerning the global practice and outcomes of pediatric and congenital heart surgery; fostering an environment of quality improvement in participating - [Your Memberships](https://wspchs.org/memberships-page/) - [Contact](https://wspchs.org/contact/) - Have any questions?Contact us via e-mail or phone Our addressThe Montreal Children’s Hospital1001 Décarie Boulevard, Room B 04.2915Montreal QCH4A 3J1Canada PhoneOur office is available Mon to Sat10:00 am – 6:00 pm ET+1 416-538-1650 General Enquiries Contact the Editor Contact the Managing Editor - [About Us](https://wspchs.org/about-us/) - At the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery (WSPCHS), our mission is simple yet profound: to advance the field of pediatric and congenital heart surgery through innovation, collaboration, and excellence. 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Your access to and use of the Website is based on your acceptance of and compliance - [Honorary Founding Members](https://wspchs.org/honorary-founding-members/) - Robert H. AndersonUK Eugene H. BlackstoneUSA Aldo R. CastanedaGuatemala Denton A. CooleyUSA George R. DaicoffUSA Gordon K. DanielsonUSA Marc R. DeLevalUK Wen X. DingChina Anthony R. DobellCanada Francis M. Fontan France Yasunaru KawashimaJapan Guielermo KreutzerArgentina Yves LecompteFrance Christopher R. LincolnUK Roger B. B. MeeAustralia William I. Norwood Jr.USA Lucio ParenzanItaly Claude PlanchèFrance Donald N. RossUK - [Research Committee](https://wspchs.org/research-committee/) - As part of the mission of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, a Research Committee has been created with the goals of encouraging, developing and overseeing clinical research in pediatric and congenital heart surgery across the world. There will be an emphasis on regional and long-term outcomes involving lesions or pathologies in - [Fundraising Committee](https://wspchs.org/fundraising-committee/) - The Fundraising Committee of the World Society shall be responsible for planning fundraising activities in order to support the work of the World Society to achieve its goals and fulfill its mission. The Fundraising Committee shall be composed of one to three members per continent in addition to the President, First Vice-President, Second Vice-President, Treasurer, - [Publications Committee](https://wspchs.org/publications-committee/) - The Publications Committee of the World Society shall oversee the development and maintenance of a website for the World Society, shall also oversee the establishment of a scientific journal, shall find a publisher for the journal, and shall oversee the business relationships between the World Society and a publisher. The Publications Committee shall have advisory - [Database Committee Working Group](https://wspchs.org/database-committee/) - The Database Committee of the World Society is to work towards the creation of a Global Database for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery. This goal shall be achieved in cooperation with existing continental databases and other societies. The Database Committee shall be composed by one to three members per continent in addition to the President, - [Membership Committee](https://wspchs.org/membership-committee/) - The Membership Committee shall consider all applications for membership and report its recommendations to the Executive Committee and the Governing Council (Board of Directors) of the World Society. The Membership Committee is responsible for researching pertinent information on a specific candidate. However, it shall be the responsibility of the candidate for membership to ensure that - [Program Committee](https://wspchs.org/program-committee/) - The Program Committee shall arrange, with instructions from the Governing Council and/or Executive Committee of the World Society the scientific program for the meetings of the World Society. The membership of the Program Committee shall consist of at least one but no more than three members per continent in addition to the President, First Vice-President - [Nominating Committee](https://wspchs.org/nominating-committee/) - The Nominating Committee shall prepare the slate of nominees for Officers of the World Society and for members of the Governing Council (Board of Directors). The last four living Presidents, First Vice-Presidents and Second Vice-Presidents, and Executive Directors of the World Society shall compose the Nominating Committee. The Chair of the Nominating shall be the - [Global Council on Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery Services](https://wspchs.org/global-council-on-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-surgery-services/) - The Global Council on Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery Services shall be responsible for assessing the current distribution of Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery services across the world. It shall be responsible for creating a comprehensive global plan for establishing a network of continental and regional hub centers with well-defined responsibilities for training, education, support - [Global Council on Training and Education Standards](https://wspchs.org/global-council-on-training-and-education-standards/) - The Global Council on Training and Education Standards shall be responsible for establishing global standards for training in Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery. It shall also be responsible for establishing global education objectives during training and with respect to maintenance of competence for the practicing pediatric and congenital heart surgeon. The Global Council on Training - [BY-LAWS COMMITTEE (AD HOC)](https://wspchs.org/the-constitutional-council/) - Chair Christo I. Tchervenkov Montreal, Canada - [Mr. Mandela's Letter](https://wspchs.org/mr-mandelas-letter/) - [WSPCHS Constitution](https://wspchs.org/wspchs-constitution/) - The World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery is pleased to announce that it is now incorporated in Canada as of April 7, 2011 with a head office in Montreal, Canada. Download the incorporation by-laws . - [Program](https://wspchs.org/program/) - ConferenceprogramUt ultricies imperdiet sodales. Aliquam fringilla aliquam ex sit amet elementum. Proin bibendum sollicitudin feugiat. Day 1 – Saturday Program09:00 – 10:3010:30 – 11:0011:30 – 13:0013:00 – 14:3014:30 – 16:0016:00 – 17:3017:30 – 19:00Introduction● Brandon Ross ●● Panel discussion + lunch ● Jennifer Lee ●● Kevin Perry ● Day 1 – Sunday 09:00 – 10:3010:30 – 11:0011:30 – 13:0013:00 – 14:3014:30 – 16:0016:00 ## Forums - [Member Forum](https://wspchs.org/forums/forum/member-forum/) ## Topics - [FAQs](https://wspchs.org/forums/topic/faqs/) - General information on WSPCHS membership, the website, etc. ## Events - [Lung Transplantation and Multi-Organ Transplantation for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease](https://wspchs.org/event/lung-transplantation-and-multi-organ-transplantation-for-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-disease/) - Register here Co-chairs Jeffrey P Jacobs Gainesville, USA Attilio Lotto Liverpool, UK Luiz Caneo Sao Paulo, Brazil The Program Current Status of Lung Transplantation and Combined Heart-Lung Transplantation for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease Marc Schecter Gainesville, USA Disparities in Lung Transplantation in Children Rossa Brugha London, UK Waitlist Mortality and Strategies for Donor Shortage - [Cardiac Transplantation for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease](https://wspchs.org/event/heart-transplantation-for-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-disease/) - Register here * The presentation originally slated for Dr. Richard Issitt will now be presented by Dr. Peter Pelletier. Co-chairs Jeffrey P Jacobs Gainesville, USA Luiz Caneo Sao Paulo, Brazil Darshan Reddy Durban, South Africa The Program History of Cardiac Transplantation for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease James Kirklin Birmingham, USA Status of Cardiac Transplantation - [Ventricular Assist Devices](https://wspchs.org/event/ventricular-assist-devices/) - Register here The Program Co-chairs Jeffrey P. Jacobs - Gainesville, USA Sebastian Michel - Munich, Germany Luiz Caneo - Sao Paulo, Brazil Ventricular Assist Devices for the Pediatric Biventricular Heart Joseph Rosano Philadelphia, USA VADs for the Neonatal Functionally Univentricular Heart Mark Bleiweis Gainesville, USA VADs for the Patient with Failing Glenn and Failing Fontan - [Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)](https://wspchs.org/event/extracorporeal-membrane-oxygenation-ecmo/) - Register here Co-chairs Giles J. Peek - Gainesville, USA Graeme MacLaren - Singapore Luiz Caneo - Sao Paulo, Brazil The Program ECMO: Definition, Indications and General Set-up Giles J. Peek Gainesville, USA Technical Aspects of Neck versus Chest Cannulation Luiz Caneo Sao Paulo, Brazil Sweep Gas Nitric Oxide (sNO) during ECMO Adrian Mattke Brisbane, Australia - [Ebstein Anomaly: Part 2](https://wspchs.org/event/ebstein-anomaly-part-2/) - Register Here Co-Chairs Elizabeth Stephens Rochester, USA Sara Arrigoni Leiden, Netherlands Ignacio Juaneda Cordoba, Argentina The Program AATS 2024 Expert Consensus Document: Management of Neonates and Infants with Ebstein Anomaly Igor Konstantinov Melbourne, Australia Initial Stabilization of the Critically Sick Neonate with Ebstein Anomaly Stanimir Georgiev Munich, Germany Fetal and Neonatal Medical Management of Ebstein - [Ebstein Anomaly: Part 1](https://wspchs.org/event/ebstein-anomaly-part-1/) - Register Here Co-Chairs Dr. Elizabeth Stephens Rochester, USA Dr. Sara Arrigoni Leiden, Netherlands Dr. Ignacio Juaneda Cordoba, Argentina The Program Anatomy and Morphology of Ebstein Anomaly Vera Aiello Sao Paulo, Brazil Imaging for Ebstein Anomaly Yasir Qureshi Rochester, USA Evolution of the Cone Repair: Sao Paulo and Pittsburgh Experience Jose Pedro Da Silva Pittsburgh, USA - [Heterotaxy](https://wspchs.org/event/heterotaxy/) - Register here Chairs Christian Kreutzer, Buenos Aires, Argentina Attilio Lotto, Liverpool, UK Sivakumar Sivalingam, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia The Program Anatomy and Morphology in Heterotaxy Robert H. Anderson London, UK Imaging in Heterotaxy Deane Yim Perth, Australia Conduction System in Heterotaxy Hiromi Kurosawa Tokyo, Japan Univentricular Palliation in Heterotaxy Christian Kreutzer Buenos Aires, Argentina Biventricular Repair - [Functionally Univentricular Heart 3 - Fontan-Kreutzer Operation](https://wspchs.org/event/fuh3/) - Register here Chairs Jeffrey P. Jacobs, Gainesville, USA Christian Kreutzer, Buenos Aires, Argentina Kirsten Finucane, Auckland, New Zealand Dedicated to Guillermo O. Kreutzer The Program Origin of the Atrio-Pulmonary Anastomosis: Historical Perspectives (Tribute to Guillermo O. Kreutzer) Jacqueline Kreutzer Pittsburgh, USA The Fontan-Kreutzer Operation Today (Tribute to Guillermo O. Kreutzer) Christian Kreutzer Buenos Aires, - [Functionally Univentricular Heart 2 - Stage 2 Palliation](https://wspchs.org/event/fuh2/) - Register here Chairs Jeffrey P. Jacobs, Gainesville, USA Valdano Manuel, Luanda, Angola Ali Dodge-Khatami, Co-Chair, Aachen, Germany Noninvasive Imaging Prior to Stage 2 Jennifer Co-Vu Gainesville, USA Role of Cardiac Catheterization Prior to Stage 2 Raul Rossi Porto Alegre, Brazil Glenn Martin Kostolny London, UK Antegrade flow during Glenn: Preserve or Eliminate? Kirsten Finucane Auckland, - [Functionally Univentricular Heart 1 - Stage 1 Palliation](https://wspchs.org/event/fuh1/) - Register here Chairs Jeffrey P. Jacobs, Gainesville, USA Darshan Reddy, Durban, South Africa Attilio Lotto, Liverpool, UK The Program Anatomy and Morphology of the Functionally Univentricular Heart Robert H. Anderson London, UK Nomenclature and Classification of the Functionally Univentricular Heart Jeffrey P. Jacobs Gainesville, USA Diagnostic Imaging of the Functionally Univentricular Heart Jennifer Co-Vu Gainesville, - [Truncus Arteriosus, Aortopulmonary Window, Anomalous Origin of the Pulmonary Artery from Aorta: Part 2](https://wspchs.org/event/truncus-arteriosus-aortopulmonary-window-anomalous-origin-of-the-pulmonary-artery-from-aorta-part-2/) - Register here Chairs Sivakumar Sivalingam, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Christian Kreutzer, Buenos Aires, Argentina Minoo Kavarana, Charleston, USA The Program Surgery for Truncus Arteriosus with Interrupted Aortic Arch Igor Konstantinov Melbourne, Australia Morphology and Classification of Aortopulmonary Window and Anomalous Origin of Pulmonary Artery from the Aorta Diane Spicer St. Petersburg, USA Imaging of Aortopulmonary Window - [Truncus Arteriosus, Aortopulmonary Window, Anomalous Origin of the Pulmonary Artery from Aorta: Part 1](https://wspchs.org/event/truncus-arteriosus-aortopulmonary-window-anomalous-origin-of-the-pulmonary-artery-from-aorta-part-1/) - Register here Chairs Sivakumar Sivalingam, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Nestor Sandoval, Bogota, Colombia Minoo Kavarana, Charleston, USA The Program Morphology and Classification of Truncus Arteriosus Vera Aiello Sao Paulo, Brazil Morphology of Truncal Valve Gabriel Liguori Lugano, Switzerland Diagnostic Imaging of Truncus Arteriosus Saurabh Kumar Gupta New Delhi, India History of Truncus Arteriosus Repair SPECIAL LECTURE - [Pericardial Disease in Children](https://wspchs.org/event/pericardial-diseases/) - Programmed by the African Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery. Register here Chairs Darshan Reddy, Durban, South Africa Frank Edwin, Accra, Ghana Drissi Boumzebra, Marrakesh, Morocco The Program Introduction Frank Edwin Accra, Ghana The Pericardium: Embryology, Surgical Anatomy and Imaging Kaoutar Benjaout Tangier, Morocco Management of Pericardial Effusions following Cardiac Surgery Fekede Agwar Addis - [Congenitally Corrected Transposition of the Great Arteries and Atrioventricular Discordance - Part 1](https://wspchs.org/event/cctga1/) - Chairs Julie Cleuziou, Munich, Germany Hani Najm, Cleveland, USA Sivakumar Sivalingam, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia The Program Morphology of ccTGA and AV Discordance (Including Conduction System) Diane Spicer Gainesville, USA Nomenclature and Definitions of ccTGA and AV Discordance Jeffrey P Jacobs Gainesville, USA Imaging for ccTGA: Echo, CT, MRI, 3D Printing Leo Lopez Palo Alto, - [Critical Care for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery 1](https://wspchs.org/event/critical-care-for-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-surgery-1/) - Presented in partnership with ECMO in the Perioperative Patient will now be presented by Peta Alexander. Please see the updated agenda below. Register here Chairs Zohair Al-Halees, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Lindsey Justice, Cincinnati, USA Lenardo Miana, Sao Paulo, Brazil The Program Hemodynamic Monitoring and Management Lindsey Justice Cincinnati, USA Cardiopulmonary Interactions Grace Van Leeuwen Doha, - [Cerebral Protection](https://wspchs.org/event/cerebral-protection/) - Register here The Program Chairs Abdelmalek Bouzid, Algiers, Algeria Ignacio Juaneda, Cordoba, Argentina Constantine D. Mavroudis, Philadelphia, USA Introduction Cerebral Protection: Historical Perspectives Richard A. Jonas Washington, USA Cerebral Protection: Challenges Associated with Neonatal and Pediatric Neuroprotection Jennifer Lynch Philadelphia, USA Deep Hypothermic Circulatory Arrest: Background, Principles, Adverse Effects Daniel Zimpfer Graz, Austria Neuroprotective Cerebral - [Double Outlet Ventricles - Part 2](https://wspchs.org/event/double-outlet-ventricles-2/) - Chairs James D. St. Louis, Augusta, USA Sivakumar Sivalingam, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia George Sarris, Athens, Greece The Program DORV with Subpulmonary VSD (Taussig-Bing): Arterial Switch Operation Igor Konstantinov Melbourne, Australia DORV with Subpulmonary VSD (Taussig-Bing): Role of Intraventricular Repair (Kawashima) Hiromi Kurosawa Tokyo, Japan DORV with Non-committed VSD Francois Lacour-Gayet Paris, France DORV with Atrioventricular - [Double Outlet Ventricles - Part 1](https://wspchs.org/event/double-outlet-ventricles/) - Chairs Jeffrey P. Jacobs, Gainesville, USA Marcelo Jatene, Sao Paulo, Brazil Gaurav Kumar, New Delhi, India The Program Anatomy and Morphology of Double Outlet Right Ventricle Robert H Anderson London, UK Nomenclature, Definitions and Classification of Double Outlet Ventricles Jeffrey P Jacobs Gainesville, USA Imaging for Double Outlet Ventricles (Echo, CT, MRI, 3D printing, VR) - [Transposition of the Great Arteries, Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction](https://wspchs.org/event/tga-lvoto/) - Chairs Krishna Iyer, New Delhi, India Attilio Lotto, Liverpool, UK Valdano Manuel, Luanda, Angola The Program TGA, LVOTO: Anatomic ConsiderationsVera AielloSao Paulo, Brazil Imaging for TGA, LVOTOPhuoc DuongLiverpool, UK TGA, VSD, LVOTO: Rastelli OperationZohair Al-HaleesRiyadh, Saudi Arabia TGA, VSD, LVOTO: REV OperationKrishna IyerNew Delhi, India TGA, VSD, LVOTO: Nikaidoh OperationVictor MorellPittsburgh, USA TGA, VSD, LVOTO: - [Congenitally Corrected Transposition of the Great Arteries and Atrioventricular Discordance - Part 2](https://wspchs.org/event/cctga2/) - Register here Chairs Julie Cleuziou, Munich, Germany Hani Najm, Cleveland, USA Krishna Iyer, New Delhi, India The Program Morphology of ccTGA and AV Discordance (Including Conduction System) Diane Spicer St. Petersburg, USA Double Switch Operation for ccTGA: Technical Aspects and Outcomes Osami Honjo Toronto, Canada Atrial Switch and Rastelli for ccTGA: Technical Aspects, Role - [Transposition of the Great Arteries, Ventricular Septal Defect](https://wspchs.org/event/tga-vsd/) - Register here Chairs Zohair Al-Halees, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Attilio Lotto, Liverpool, UK Leonardo Miana, Sao Paolo, Brazil TGA, VSD: Anatomic Considerations Adrian Crucean Birmingham, UK Imaging for TGA, VSD Phuoc Duong Liverpool, UK TGA, VSD: Preoperative Management and Optimal Surgical Timing Seth Gray Toronto, Canada Arterial Switch Operation for TGA, VSD (including - [Redo Cardiac Surgery](https://wspchs.org/event/redo-cardiac-sugery/) - Chairs David Barron, Toronto, Canada Kirsten Finucane, Auckland, New Zealand Nestor Sandoval, Bogota, Colombia Redo Cardiac Surgery: Surgical Planning and Imaging Ignacio Juaneda Cordoba, Argentina Redo Median Sternotomy: Safe Techniques Kisaburo Sakamoto Shizuoka, Japan Peripheral Cannulation Strategies: Indications and Technical Aspects Attilio Lotto Liverpool, UK The Role of Thoracotomy: Indications and Techniques - [Pulmonary Conduits 2](https://wspchs.org/event/pulmonary-conduits-2/) - Chairs Darshan Reddy, Durban, South Africa Sivakumar Sivalingam, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Elizabeth Stephens, Rochester, USA Imaging in Pulmonary Conduit Reinterventions Kelly Han Salt Lake City, USA Options, Indications, and Timing: Update on Pulmonary Valve Replacement in Repaired Tetralogy of Fallot: Considerations of Sequence/Order of Valve Choices James St Louis Augusta, USA Options, Indications, and Timing: - [Pulmonary Conduits 1](https://wspchs.org/event/pulmonary-conduits-1/) - Register Now! Chairs Drissi Boumzebra, Marrakesh, Morocco Attilio Lotto, Liverpool, UK James St. Louis, Augusta, USA The Program Historic Aspects of Pulmonary Conduits Attilio Lotto Liverpool, UK Indications for Pulmonary Conduits in Primary Repair: Truncus; TGA, VSD, LVOTO; Pulmonary Atresia Darshan Reddy Durban, South Africa Right Atrial Appendage Valve in the Pulmonary Position Ahmad Ali - [Pulmonary Atresia, Ventricular Septal Defect 2](https://wspchs.org/event/pulmonary-atresia-ventricular-septal-defect-2/) - Chairs Robert Jaquiss, Dallas, USA Ignacio Juaneda, Cordoba, Argentina Darshan Reddy, Durban, South Africa The Program PA+VSD+MAPCA(s): Natural History & Late Presentation Darshan Reddy Durban, South Africa PA+VSD+MAPCA(s): Diagnostic modalities: Role of Cardiac Catheterization Jacqueline Kreutzer Pittsburgh, USA PA+VSD+MAPCA(s): Role of CT, MRI, 3D Printing Reena Ghosh Boston, USA PA+VSD+MAPCA(s): Single-Stage Repair Approach Kona Samba - [Pulmonary Atresia, Ventricular Septal Defect (1)](https://wspchs.org/event/pulmonary-atresia-ventricular-septal-defect-1/) - Chairs Darshan Reddy, Durban, South Africa Osami Honjo, Toronto, Canada Sivakumar Sivalingam, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia The Program PA+VSD Spectrum: Anatomy, Morphology and Embryology Vera Aiello Sao Paulo, Brazil PA+VSD: Nomenclature and Classification Christo I. Tchervenkov Montreal, Canada PA+VSD without MAPCAs: Echocardiography and Role of CT and MRI Sarah Chambers Fairfax, USA PA+VSD without MAPCAs: Diagnostic - [Pulmonary Atresia, Intact Ventricular Septum](https://wspchs.org/event/pulmonary-atresia-intact-ventricular-septum/) - Register here Co-Chairs James St. Louis, Augusta, USA Attilio Lotto, Liverpool, UK Kirsten Finucane, Auckland, New Zealand The Program PA, IVS: Anatomy, Morphology and Embryology Frederique Bailliard Durham, USA PA, IVS: Diagnostic Modalities: Echocardiography Colin McMahon Dublin, Ireland PA, IVS: Role of Cardiac Catheterization and Catheter Interventions Mazeni Alwi Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia PA, IVS: Single - [Vascular Rings and Slings](https://wspchs.org/event/vascular-rings-and-slings/) - Register Now! Presented in association with Chairs Pierre-Luc Bernier Montreal, Canada Ali Dodge-Khatami Aachen, Germany Ignacio Juaneda Cordoba, Argentina The Program Vascular Rings and Slings: Morphology and Embryology Vera Aiello Sao Paulo, Brazil Vascular Rings and Slings: Imaging Review of Anatomical Variations Abdulmajeed Alotay Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Vascular Rings: Fetal Diagnosis and Indications for Surgery - [Critical Care for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery 2](https://wspchs.org/event/critical-care-for-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-surgery-2/) - Register Now! Presented in association with Chairs Fekede Agwar Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Jeffrey P. Jacobs Gainesville, USA Peter Roeleveld Leiden, Netherlands The Program Preoperative Management of Functionally Univentricular Hearts in Neonates David S. Cooper Cincinnati, USA Postoperative Management of Functionally Univentricular Hearts in Neonates Aparna Hoskote London, England Acute Kidney Injury and Fluid Overload in - [Myocardial Protection](https://wspchs.org/event/myocardial-protection/) - The Program Register here Chairs Ignacio Juaneda, Cordoba, Argentina Constantine D. Mavroudis, Philadelphia, USA Guido Michielon, Genova, Italy Introduction Myocardial Protection: Historical Perspectives Constantine Mavroudis Indianapolis, USA Myocardial Protection: Basic Principles of Cardioplegic and Noncardioplegic Mechanisms Sivakumar Sivalingam Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Myocardial Protection: Controversies with Cardioplegic Strategies and Formulations Christian Pizarro Wilmington, USA Myocardial Protection: - [Cardiopulmonary Bypass 2](https://wspchs.org/event/cardiopulmonary-bypass-2/) - Cardiopulmonary Bypass 2 Feb 25, 2023 at 9:00 am - 11:30 am Register here: https://zoom.wupchs.education/cpb-2 Co-Chairs Ryan Accord, Groningen, Netherlands Constantine D. Mavroudis, Philadelphia, USA Uvie Onakpoya, Ile-Ife, Nigeria The Program Blood Management Strategies during Cardiopulmonary in Congenital Heart Surgery Susan Nicolson Philadelphia, USA Management of Blood Dyscrasias, Hemoglobinopathies, and Alternative Methods of Anticoagulation in - [Cardiopulmonary Bypass 1: The Basics](https://wspchs.org/event/cardiopulmonary-bypass-1-the-basics/) - Register here Co-Chairs Ryan Accord, Groningen, Netherlands Constantine D. Mavroudis, Philadelphia, USA Uvie Onakpoya, Ile-Ife, Nigeria The Program Cardiopulmonary Bypass: Historical Perspectives James K. Kirklin Birmingham, USA Cardiopulmonary Bypass: Pump Set-up, Management, and Technical Considerations in the Congenital Heart Surgical Patient Youssef El Dsouki Paris, France Principles and Conduct of Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Congenital Heart - [Congenital Coronary Anomalies 2: AAOCA](https://wspchs.org/event/congenital-coronary-anomalies-2-aaoca/) - Register here Chairs Carlos M. Mery, Austin, USA Massimo Padalino, Padova, Italy Igor Konstantinov, Melbourne, Australia The Program Anatomy, Embryology and Anatomic Risk Factors in AAOCA Gaetano Thiene Padova, Italy Risk Stratification and Sudden Cardiac Death in AAOCA Silvana Molossi Houston, USA Diagnostics Modalities in AAOCA Christoph Grani Bern, Switzerland Functional Testing in AAOCA Alessandra - [Pediatric and Congenital Coronary Anomalies 1: ALCAPA, Kawasaki Disease & Others](https://wspchs.org/event/congenital-coronary-anomalies-1-alcapa-others/) - Register here Co-Chairs Constantine Mavroudis, Indianapolis, USA Ali Dodge-Khatami, Aachen, Germany Krishna Iyer, New Delhi, India The Program Diagnostic Modalities for Coronary Anomalies Shubhika Srivastava Wilmington, USA ALCAPA: Surgical Repair Techniques Amit Mishra Ahmedabad, India ALCAPA: Mitral Valve Management & Circulatory Support Marcelo Jatene Sao Paulo, Brazil ALCAPA: Late Outcome, Europe (ECHSA) Vladimiro Vida Padova, - [Diseases of the Aorta 2: Miscellaneous Conditions](https://wspchs.org/event/diseases-of-the-aorta-2/) - Webinar of the WUPCHS on Diseases of the Aorta 2: Miscellaneous Conditions held on Jul 23, 2022 with 7 speakers - [Diseases of the Aorta 1: Aneurysmal Disease](https://wspchs.org/event/diseases-of-the-aorta-1-aneurysmal-disease/) - Register Here Co-Chairs Duke Cameron - Boston, USA Katrien Francois - Gent, Belgium Program Broad Spectrum of Aneurysmal Aortic Disease in the Young – (CHD and Genetic) Hal Dietz Baltimore, US The Genetic Basis of Aortic Disease and the Role of Genetic Testing Shaine Morris Houston, US Imaging Modalities for Patients with Diseases of the - [Management of Congenital Heart Disease at High Altitude](https://wspchs.org/event/management-of-congenital-heart-disease-at-high-altitude/) - Presented by Register here: https://zoom.wupchs.education/high-altitude The Program Co-Chairs Jorge Cervantes, Mexico City, Mexico Ericka Perez Albrecht, La Paz, Bolivia Nestor Sandoval, Bogota, Colombia Welcome Remarks Moderate and High Altitude: Definitions, Physiology and Adaptation Lorna Grindlay Moore Denver, USA Neonatal Cardiorespiratory Transition at High Altitude Colleen Julian Denver, USA Gestational Hypoxia and Prenatal Origins of Pulmonary - [Congenital Mitral Valve Disease: Global Perspectives on Treatment](https://wspchs.org/event/congenital-mitral-stenosis-global-perspectives-on-treatment/) - August 20, 2022 9 am - 11:30am ET (13:00 – 15:30 GMT) Register here Co-chairs Christian Brizard, Melbourne, Australia Darshan Reddy, Durban, South Africa Luca Vricella, Chicago, USA The Program Anatomy of Normal Mitral Valve and Morphological Spectrum of Congenital Mitral Valve Disease Vera Aiello Sao Paulo, Brazil Imaging of Congenital Mitral Valve Disease Jennifer - [Aortic Insufficiency in Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease: Surgical Management](https://wspchs.org/event/aortic-insufficiency-in-pediatric-and-congenital-heart-disease-surgical-management/) - Register Here Program Abdelmalek Bouzid, Co-Chair, Algiers, Algeria Attilio Lotto, Co-Chair, Liverpool, UK Christian Pizarro, Co-Chair, Wilmington, USA Anatomy, Etiology and Imaging of the Regurgitant Aortic Valve and Dilated Aortic Root Justin Tretter Cleveland, USA Aortic Insufficiency: Indications for Surgery Luc Mertens Toronto, Canada Techniques for Aortic Valve Leaflet Repair Hans-Joachim Schaefers Homburg, Germany Valve - [Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction 2: Subvalvar and Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis](https://wspchs.org/event/left-ventricular-outflow-tract-obstruction-2-subvalvar-and-supravalvar-aortic-stenosis/) - Register here The Program Ignacio Juaneda, Co-Chair, Cordoba, Argentina Michael Mitchell, Co-Chair, Milwaukee, USA Piya Samankatiwat, Co-Chair, Bangkok, Thailand Anatomy and Morphology of Subvalvar and Supravalvar Aortic StenosisVera AielloSao Paulo, Brazil Imaging of Subvalvar and Supravalvar Aortic StenosisSaurabh Kumar GuptaNew Delhi, India Surgical Management of Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis: Surgical Techniques: Single patch, Doty Double, Three - [Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction 1: Valvar Aortic Stenosis](https://wspchs.org/event/lvoto-valvar-aortic-stenosis/) - Register here The Program Ignacio Juaneda, Co-Chair, Cordoba, Argentina Michael Mitchell, Co-Chair, Milwaukee, USA Piya Samankatiwat, Co-Chair, Bangkok, Thailand Anatomy and Imaging of the Stenotic Aortic Valve and Aortic Root Justin Tretter Cleveland, USA Valvar Aortic Stenosis: Indications, Techniques and Outcomes of Balloon Dilatation Alejandro Peirone Cordoba, Argentina Valvar Aortic Stenosis: Indications, Techniques and Outcomes - [Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome: Complex Issues and Types](https://wspchs.org/event/hypoplastic-left-heart-syndrome-complex-issues-and-types/) - Register here Co-Chairs Jennifer Romano, Ann Arbor, USA Tomasz Mroczek, Krakow, Poland Pedro Becker, Santiago, Chile Program Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome: High-Risk Subsets (IVS, TAPVC, Severe TR, Ventricular Dysfunction, Coronary Fistulas) Stephanie Fuller Philadelphia, USA Management of Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome in Low Resource Setting and Ethics for Compassionate Care Frank Edwin Accra, Ghana Comprehensive - [Hypoplastic Left Ventricle: Role, Indications, and Contraindications for Biventricular Repair](https://wspchs.org/event/hypoplastic-left-ventricle-role-and-indications-for-biventricular-repair/) - The Program Hani Najm, Co-Chair, Cleveland, USA Shingo Kasahara, Co-Chair, Okayama, Japan Hakan Akintuerk, Co-Chair, Giessen, Germany Register here Introduction Hypoplastic Left Ventricle: Definition, Morphology & Classification of the Cardiac Phenotypes Jeffrey P. Jacobs Gainesville, USA Hypoplastic Left Ventricle: Imaging Meryl Cohen Philadelphia, USA Hypoplastic Left Ventricle: Hypoplastic Left Heart Complex Christo I. Tchervenkov Montreal, - [Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome: The Basics](https://wspchs.org/event/hypoplastic-left-heart-syndrome-the-basics/) - Register Here! Program Co-Chairs Jennifer Romano, Ann Arbor, USA Tomasz Mroczek, Krakow, Poland Pedro Becker, Santiago, Chile Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome: Definition, Morphology & Classification Jeffrey P. Jacobs Gainesville, USA Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome: Etiology, Genetics & Embryology Cecilia Lo Pittsburgh, USA Imaging for Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome Simone Pedra Sao Paulo, Brazil Hypoplastic Left - [Atrioventricular Septal Defect: Complex Types and Issues](https://wspchs.org/event/atrioventricular-septal-defect-complex-types-and-issues/) - Illustration courtesy of Gananjay Salve, Heart Centre for Children, NSW, Australia Register here: https://zoom.wupchs.education/avsd-complex-types Co-Chairs David Overman, Minneapolis, USA Kisaburo Sakamoto, Shizuoka, Japan Yishay Orr, Sydney, Australia Program Atrioventricular Septal Defects: Morphology of Complex Types including Conotruncal Anomalies Vera Aiello Sao Paulo, Brazil Imaging for Complex AVSD: Echo, Role of 3 D Echo, MRI, Catheterization Satoshi Yasukochi - [Atrioventricular Septal Defect: The Basics](https://wspchs.org/event/atrioventricular-septal-defect-the-basics/) - Register here: https://zoom.wupchs.education/avsd-basics Co-Chairs David Overman, Minneapolis, USA Kisaburo Sakamoto, Shizuoka, Japan Yishay Orr, Sydney, Australia The Program Introduction Atrioventricular Septal Defects: Embryology, Morphology & Classification Robert H. Anderson London, UK Imaging for AVSD- Echo, MRI, Catheterization Meryl Cohen Philadelphia, USA AVSD repair: Single Patch and Two-Patch Techniques Ignacio Juaneda Cordoba, Argentina AVSD Repair: Modified - [Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connection](https://wspchs.org/event/total-anomalous-pulmonary-venous-connection/) - Register here https://zoom.wupchs.education/tapvc-global-perspectives The Program Co-Chairs Jorge Cervantes, Mexico City, Mexico Susan Vosloo, Cape Town, South Africa Tjark Ebels, Groningen, Netherlands Welcome Remarks Jorge Cervantes Mexico City, Mexico Introductions of Speakers Susan Vosloo Cape Town, South Africa TAPVC: Embryology, Anatomy and Classification Lucile Houyel Paris, France TAPVC: Echo Imaging Morphological Comparisons Norman Silverman Palo Alto, - [Atrial Septal Defects, Partial Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connections: Global Perspectives on Treatment](https://wspchs.org/event/atrial-septal-defect-partial-anomalous-pulmonary-veins/) - Atrial Septal Defects, Partial Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connections May 22, 2021 9 am - 11:30am EDT (13:00 – 15:30 GMT) Register here: https://zoom.wupchs.education/asd-global-perspectives Co-Chairs George E. Sarris, Athens, Greece Horacio Capelli, Buenos Aires, Argentina Khanh Nguyen, New York, USA The Program Anatomy, Classification and Imaging for ASDs & PAPVCs Justin Tretter Cincinnati, USA Indications, Patient - [Rheumatic Heart Disease](https://wspchs.org/event/rheumatic-heart-disease/) - Program in Collaboration with the African Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery Co-Chairs Frank Edwin, Accra, Ghana Darshan Reddy, Durban, South Africa Zohair Al Halees, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Definition, Epidemiology, and Global Perspective of Rheumatic Heart Disease Liesl Zuhlke Cape Town, South Africa Anatomical and Pathophysiological Changes in Rheumatic Heart Disease Fidelia Bode-Thomas Jos, - [Interrupted Aortic Arch: Global Perspectives on Treatment](https://wspchs.org/event/interrupted-aortic-arch-global-perspectives-on-treatment/) - Sixth Curriculum Webinar Interrupted Aortic Arch: Global Perspectives on Treatment March 20, 2021 9-11:30 AM Montreal Time (13:00-15:30 GMT) Co-Chairs James S. Tweddell, Co-Chair, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA Rudolf Mair, Co-Chair, Linz, Austria Shu-Chien Huang, Co-Chair, Taipei, Taiwan Program Interrupted Aortic Arch: Anatomy and Classification Robert H. Anderson London, UK Imaging for Interrupted Aortic Arch Marina - [Coarctation, Hypoplastic Aortic Arch: Global Perspectives on Treatment](https://wspchs.org/event/coarctation-hypoplastic-aortic-arch-global-perspectives-on-treatment/) - Watch the recording of this webinar here. The ProgramCo-ChairsNestor Sandoval, Bogota,, ColombiaL. Lily Rosenthal, Munich,, GermanySertac Cicek, Morgantown, West Virginia, USACoarctation, Hypoplastic Aortic Arch: Anatomy, Embryology, Definitions and Associated MalformationsVladimiro VidaPadova, ItalyImaging for Coarctation, Hypoplastic Aortic Arch including Unusual Coarctation LocationsMalek El YamanCleveland, USANeonatal Coarctation, Hypoplastic Aortic Arch: Indications and Surgical Repairs via Left ThoracotomyCarl - [Ventricular Septal Defects: Global Highlights of Diagnosis and Treatment](https://wspchs.org/event/ventricular-septal-defects-global-highlights-of-surgical-treatment/) - Watch the recording of this webinar here. Fourth Curriculum WebinarVentricular Septal Defects:Global Perspectives on TreatmentJanuary 23, 202114:00 – 16:30 GMT9:00 – 11:30 ET (Montreal)The ProgramFrank Edwin, Co-Chair, Accra, GhanaJeffrey P. Jacobs, Co-Chair, Gainesville, Florida, USAEricka Perez Albrecht, Co-Chair, La Paz, BoliviaTribute to Paul Weinbergby Meryl CohenPhiladelphia, USAAnatomy of Ventricular Septal DefectsVera AielloSao Paulo, BrazilEchocardiography of - [Tetralogy of Fallot: Complex Types and Issues](https://wspchs.org/event/tetralogy-of-fallot-complex-types-and-issues/) - Watch the recording of the webinar here. The ProgramElizabeth Stephens, Co-Chair, Rochester, USAKrishna Iyer, Co-Chair, New Delhi, IndiaSivakumar Sivalingam, Co-Chair, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaTetralogy of Fallot with Anomalous Coronary ArteriesChristo I. TchervenkovMontreal, CanadaTetralogy of Fallot with Atrioventricular Septal DefectJ. Mark RedmondDublin, IrelandTetralogy of Fallot with Absent Pulmonary ValveViktor HraskaMilwaukee, USATetralogy of Fallot with Pulmonary Atresia ductal - [Tetralogy of Fallot: The Basics](https://wspchs.org/event/tetralogy-of-fallot-the-basics/) - Watch the recording of this webinar here. 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