Abstract Background Chest pain is a common presenting symptom in pediatric emergency rooms and clinics. The wide spectrum of causes may create a diagnostic conundrum for clinicians. Aim of review…
Abstract Background Pediatric myocarditis is an inflammatory condition of the heart muscle typically caused by viral infections, drugs, toxins, bacteria, or autoimmune disease. Aim of review The purpose of this…
Abstract Background Pediatric heart murmurs are common and may be innocent or associated with cardiac pathology and risk of sudden cardiac arrest. Aim of review The aim of this article…
Abstract Background Pediatric Palliative Care (PPC) has been shown to offer a wide berth of supportive services for families as they navigate life with pediatric heart disease. PPC assists families…
Highlights • University of South Alabama (USA Health) is a leading health system with the mission to help people lead longer, better lives. • USA Health and the Whiddon College…
Abstract Cor triatrium dexter (CTD) is considered a rare congenital heart disease and accounts for 0.1 % of cardiac malformations. This condition occurred due to failure of regression of the right…
Abstract Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is an autosomal dominant disorder caused by mutations in the TSC1 or TSC2 genes, characterized by benign tumors in multiple organs, including the heart. Cardiac…
Abstract Cor triatrium dexter (CTD) is considered a rare congenital heart disease and accounts for 0.1 % of cardiac malformations. This condition occurred due to failure of regression of the right…
Abstract Background Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is the most common type of cardiomyopathy. The Pediatric Cardiomyopathy registry data show a yearly incidence of 0.57 per 100,000 children. The incidence was higher…
Abstract Aortic insufficiency can be a complication of continuous mechanical circulatory support that leads to inefficient circulation and decreased coronary perfusion. In adults, this has been addressed through both surgical…
