Interim report on children's congenital heart services in England
This report states that concentrating surgical expertise in fewer sites and bringing non-surgical care closer to home will benefit patients.
The development of strong congenital cardiac networks is acknowledged to be one of the benefits to vulnerable groups as they will increase equity of access and improve the delivery of care. A final health impact assessment report, taking account of the outcome of public consultation, will be made available in October. More …..