WHAT’S KNOWN ON THIS SUBJECT: Children with congenital
heart disease demonstrate a high prevalence of low-severity
developmental problems in the areas of language, motor skills,
attention, and executive function. Systematic evaluation has been
recommended to promote early detection of problems and ensure
appropriate intervention.
WHAT THIS STUDY ADDS: This study presents results of
longitudinal testing in early childhood. Developmental delays were
common. Feeding difficulty and medical and genetic comorbidities
increased risk for delays. Exposure to risk and prevalence of
delay change over time; therefore, repeated evaluations are
warranted