Fetal Intervention: The Next Frontier
This session explores the rapidly advancing field of in utero cardiac intervention and its ethical, technical, and clinical implications. This dynamic session will examine the decision-making framework behind intervening before birth in cases of complex congenital heart disease, including the ethical considerations of pursuing a “good” single ventricle versus a potentially high-risk two-ventricle strategy. Expert faculty will share practical insights into procedural success, from mastering fetal atrial septal stent placement to overcoming imaging challenges when visualization limits precision. The session will conclude with a forward-looking discussion on outcomes after fetal pulmonary valve intervention, highlighting how prenatal procedures can reshape postnatal management and long-term trajectories. Attendees will gain a comprehensive view of where the field stands today—and where it is headed next.