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What is the incidence of Congenital Heart Disease?

Congenital Heart Disease is the most common single group of congenital abnormalities. Almost one baby in 100 is born with a heart defect. Many defects are minor and the majority of defects can be corrected. Congenital Heart Disease is also referred to as a Congenital Heart Defect.

Last Updated: October 2003
Last Reviewed: November 2003