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Is my child's chest pain serious?

Chest pain in children can be alarming for parents, raising concerns about serious health issues, particularly those related to the heart. It’s important to understand the various causes of chest pain in children and determine when it might indicate a serious condition. Leading consultant paediatric cardiologist Dr James Wong goes into expert detail about this crucial topic in this informative article.

All about paediatric congenital heart disease

Paediatric congenital heart disease (CHD) refers to a range of heart defects that are present at birth. They affect the structure and function of a child's heart. These defects can vary from mild conditions that may resolve over time to severe abnormalities requiring immediate medical intervention. Here to provide an in-depth look at this condition is leading paediatric cardiology consultant Dr Florian Moenkemeyer.  

Heart failure in children: An expert’s guide

Heart failure occurs when the heart is unable to perform its pumping function effectively. Consequently, certain body parts do not receive an adequate supply of oxygen-rich blood, leading to symptoms associated with heart failure. One manifestation of this condition is congestive heart failure, wherein blood and fluid may accumulate in the lungs. In his latest online article, renowned consultant paediatrician Dr Abbas Khushnood offers his expert insight into heart failure in children.

Marfan syndrome: Do you know the symptoms to look out for in your child?

Marfan syndrome is usually detected in childhood due to the physical characteristics associated with the condition, such as a very slim and tall build as well as a dip in the chest. In this article, highly esteemed consultant paediatric cardiologist Dr Nitha Naqvi expertly explains the symptoms of the condition and the latest innovations in treatment for Marfan syndrome.

How cardiovascular screening of young athletes can save lives

Every week, 12 children or young adults die suddenly in the UK while they are exercising or taking part in sports activities. Unfortunately, many of these young people die because of an undiagnosed heart condition they didn't know they had. Dr Alessandro Giardini, a top cardiologist based in London, explains why screening is so important and how this simple test can help prevent sudden cardiac death in young athletes all over the country.

Pectus excavatum: how might it affect the heart?

Pectus excavatum is a condition where the breastbone is sunken inwards instead of being level with the ribs. It affects one in 1,000 children, appears in early childhood and becomes more important later on in life. Here, one of our expert paediatric cardiologists Dr Alessandro Giardini explains how the condition might affect the heart and what can be done to treat it.

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