Overview
Congenital heart disease (CHD) is the most common type of birth defect worldwide, representing a complex and multifactorial condition arising from genetic, environmental, and developmental influences. Advances in genomics reveal a spectrum of genetic contributions. The emerging field of exposomics provides new insight into how lifestyle, pollutants, diet, and other external factors interact with genetic predisposition to influence cardiac development. Integrating findings from these three domains, teratology, genetics, and exposomics, offers a more holistic understanding of CHD s etiology, enabling more accurate risk assessment, prevention strategies, and potential therapeutic interventions. The Multifactorial Etiology of Congenital Heart Disease: Insights from Teratology, Genetics, and Exposomics explores the emerging field of exposomics as it relates to CHD, addressing existing knowledge gaps and presenting cutting-edge research in this rapidly evolving domain. It examines environmental factors linked to CHD, investigates the role of socioeconomic and lifestyle factors in CHD risk, and provides a holistic view of the exposome's influence on cardiovascular development. This book covers topics such as cardiology, machine learning, and public health policy, and is a useful resource for medical and healthcare professionals, engineers, academicians, researchers, and scientists.
Full Product Details
Author: Ramya Raghavan
Publisher: IGI Global
Imprint: Medical Information Science Reference
ISBN: 9798337337364
Pages: 496
Publication Date: 06 November 2025
Audience:
College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
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Tertiary & Higher Education
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Author Information
Dr. Ramya Raghavan is an Assistant Professor at Sri Sathya Sai University for Human Excellence, India, and an accomplished editor and researcher specializing in medical and scientific publications. As the editor for this book on Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), her work is dedicated to advancing the mission of the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Research Centre in India. Dr. Raghavan’s research interests are broad and interdisciplinary, including Genetics, Biostatistics, Biophotons, and Assistive Technologies. Her current work aligns with the Developmental Origins of Health and Disease (DOHaD) paradigm, focusing on early developmental programming projects to address health disparities and promote equitable approaches to disease prevention. A key focus of her expertise is the critical intersection of the exposome and Social Determinants of Health (SDOH). Dr. Raghavan’s work underscores how a holistic understanding of environmental exposures, from the molecular level to population-wide influences, is essential for addressing major global health issues like CHD. Her research specifically highlights the challenges in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Dr. Raghavan possesses a unique ability to bridge complex scientific concepts with broader societal impact, making her a vital voice in translating research into meaningful advancements in CHD care.
