Retrospective study evaluates surgical outcomes in adults with congenital heart disease, suggesting effective care model for similar healthcare settings.
Key Points
The aim is to assess the outcomes of surgical interventions for adult patients with congenital heart disease in Serbia.
Conducted a retrospective study on adult patients with congenital heart disease who underwent surgery from January 2014 to December 2024.
Collegial collaboration between Italian and Serbian cardiac specialists was established to improve surgical care.
Collected data included demographics, types of surgeries performed, and patient outcomes.
A total of 244 patients underwent surgery, with an in-hospital mortality rate of 4.5% (4 patients).