Preoperative nutrition status in children with congenital heart disease and its impact on postoperative outcomes: a systematic review and metaanalysis

In their systematic review and meta-analysis, Qalab Abbas, Haider Ali, Akash Kumar Ahuja, Omaima Anis Bhatti, Shamila Ladak, Iraj Khan, Abdul Rehman, Shazia Mohsin, Ibrahim Shah, Aneela Ilyas, and Laila Akbar Ladak analyzed data from over 83,000 children across 21 studies to determine how preoperative nutritional status impacts recovery after congenital heart disease (CHD) surgery.

May 23, 2026 - 01:47

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Preoperative nutrition status in children with congenital heart disease and its impact on postoperative outcomes: a systematic review and metaanalysis

What over 83,000 children teach us about the hidden factor that drives longer ICU stays, more ventilator days, and higher surgical risk — without always increasing death rates.

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Bakunda

Dr. Emmanuel Hirwa Bakunda is a medical doctor, tech entrepreneur, and digital innovator dedicated to transforming lives at the intersection of healthcare and technology. As the founder and CEO of Ikaze Inc, he leverages his clinical background rooted in training from the University of Rwanda and public health service to architect scalable e-learning and digital solutions via the Ikaze.rw platform. A passionate creator and strategist, he designs accessible educational pipelines in business, tech, and medicine, positioning himself as a leading voice in driving Africa's digital transformation and empowering the next generation of digital learners.