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…
Abstract Background Historically, there have been limited clinical trials in pediatric patients with cardiomyopathy or heart failure. Although the number of these studies has increased in recent years, many have…
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 Background Congenital heart disease (CHD) is the main cause of perinatal morbidity and mortality. Nuchal Translucency (NT), Ductus Venosus (DV), and Tricuspid Regurgitation (TR) have shown potential in CHD…
Abstract Background The Fontan completion represents the final phase of univentricular repair, which drains the inferior vena cava against gravity into a higher-pressure pulmonary arterial circulation. The passive and anti-gravity…
Abstract In children with physiologically normal hearts, myocarditis is difficult to diagnose and manage due to variable clinical presentation and lack of consensus regarding effective supportive care measures. In those…
Abstract Background Congenital heart disease (CHD) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in patients with Down syndrome. Objectives The objective of this study is to identify the prevalence…
Abstract Background Patent foramen ovale (PFO) transcatheter closure is recommended for carefully selected patients with cryptogenic stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA). It has also been associated with significant improvement…
