Do children with congenital heart defects meet the vaccination recommendations? Immunisation in children with congenital heart defects

Introduction: Congenital heart defects (CHDs) are the most common congenital malformations. Patients with CHD have a higher morbidity and mortality rate and are at greater risk for infectious diseases. The risk might even be higher if complex CHD occurs and if CHD is associated with additional co-morbidities. Therefore, immunisations in these children are essential. Materials and Methods: Individuals were recruited at the outpatient centre of...