Do you have an idea for a Workshop, Problem-Based Learning Discussion (PBLD) or Expert Round Table Discussion that would benefit the Congenital Cardiac Anesthesia Society (CCAS) membership? If so, … [Read More...]









WELCOME
CCAS is a society organized within the Society for Pediatric Anesthesia. The CCAS concept originated with cardiac anesthesia directors and other key leaders at major congenital heart disease programs, who believed there was a need for a new society because of rapid advancement of highly specialized knowledge in the field, and a great increase in the numbers of patients, including adults with congenital heart disease.
Question of the Week
A 2-day-old, 3.1kg, term neonate has required non-invasive positive pressure ventilation and oxygen administration since delivery due to increased work of breathing and low oxygen saturation. A transthoracic echocardiogram was performed and subsequently a CT scan of the chest with contrast. An image from the CT is displayed. What is the diagnosis?
A. Double aortic arch
B. Innominate artery compression
C. Pulmonary artery sling