Pediatric Heart
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Why Some Young Athletes Suffer Cardiac Arrest
Most cases of sudden cardiac arrest in young athletes are due to underlying heart conditions that are genetic and go unrecognized.
Treating an Abnormal Heart Condition
After experiencing dizziness and chest pain, Nicole was fitted with a home heart monitor, which showed that her heart was periodically stopping. UH Rainbow pediatric cardiologist Dr. Chris Snyder determined how to treat her rare condition.
A Stroke Saved My Life
There were no prior symptoms when Jason suffered a stroke at 43 years old, but because of the stroke, it was discovered that he suffered from a congenital heart disease called transposition of the great arteries.
My Child Fainted: Should I Be Worried?
At least one in four kids will faint at some point before they reach adulthood, usually due to temporary lack of blood flow to the brain.
Your Child Has a Heart Murmur: What You Need To Know
In many cases, heart murmurs are not serious and do not affect a child’s health, but in rare cases, the heart murmur can be a sign of a serious condition.
Why Congenital Heart Defects Often Are Not Life-Threatening
There are many types of congenital heart defects, ranging from those that pose a relatively small threat to the health of the child to those that require special medical care right after birth.