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Neonatal heart surgery directed at the prompt anatomic and physiologic restoration of the patient who has congenital heart disease has largely developed in the past 2 decades. To obtain the best possible results and minimize the multiple risks involved with such surgery, various considerations must be taken into account, including the institution where the surgery occurs, the human resources available, and the particular characteristics of the newborn. An accurate statistical analysis of the surgical outcomes allows an intelligent examination of the risk factors, continuous improvement through responsiveness of the parts and the process, and valid comparisons with other institutions. |