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The Cardiologist

. Cardiologists work only with people who need special heart care. Or have had heart conditions in the ... heart and blood vessels. These include heart attack and heart failure. The Cardiologist A ... cardiology;heart disease;heart attack;heart failure;238

The Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist

Cardiac EP ... who need special heart-related care. Your provider may refer you to a cardiac EP if you have ... electrophysiologist (cardiac EP) is a healthcare provider who treats heart rhythm problems. A cardiac EP is a type ... cardiology;heart rhythm;arrhythmia;cardiac EP;240

Cardiac Rehabilitation

Cardiac Rehab Program ... cardiac rehab if you have certain heart conditions or if you have had certain heart procedures. These ... without a stent. This is done to fix an artery in your heart. The cardiologist may put a small mesh ... cardiac rehabilitation;cardiac rehabilitation program;cardiac exercise rehabilitation;heart ... rehabilitation;cardiac inpatient rehabilitation;cardiac center rehab;cardiac exercise rehab;attack heart rehab;P00202

Treatment for Your Child’s Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)

ASD repair can be done with either cardiac catheterization or with open heart surgery. Your ... heart. Your child’s cardiologist has determined that the ASD won’t close on its own and has advised

Topic Index - Cardiovascular Diseases

Anatomy and Function of the Heart Valves The Cardiologist The Clinical Cardiac ... Index - Cardiovascular Diseases Cardiovascular Diseases Home Basic Anatomy of the Heart ... disease information, cardiovascular system disease, cardiovascular disease picture, heart disease ... , coronary heart disease, coronary artery disease, ischemic heart disease, heart anatomy, heart disease

Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

special training to diagnose and treat heart problems in children. The cardiologist will also check ... will need to be treated with medicine, cardiac catheterization, or surgery. The cardiologist will ... 90, P01811;PDA;heart defect;Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Tricuspid Atresia

cardiologist or a neonatologist will help care for your child. These are healthcare providers with special ... the abnormal heart structures. Heart cath (cardiac catheterization).  This procedure gives very ... tricuspid valve;Tricuspid Atresia;congenital heart defect;p01819

Your Child's Heart MRI or CT Scan

*MRI CT Heart Ch ... Understanding Your Child's Heart MRI or CT Scan ... are used to take images of the heart: Cardiac MRI. This uses strong magnets and radio waves but ... no X-rays. A cardiac MRI scan can show problems with heart structure, blood flow problems, or ... scan, cardiac, pediatric;ct scan, cardiac, pediatric;mri scan, cardiac, preparation, pediatric;mri scan heart, preparation, pediatric ... 89193;your child's heart mri or ct scan;mri scan, heart, pediatric;ct scan, heart, pediatric;mri

Truncus Arteriosus (TA)

or adult congenital cardiac care center throughout life. Talk with the cardiologist about your ... picture of the heart and heart valves. An echo shows the truncus arteriosus. Cardiac ... truncus arteriosus;ventricular septal defect;congenital heart defect;p01826

Transposition of the Great Arteries (TGA) in Children

picture of the heart and heart valves. This test is used to diagnose TGA. Cardiac catheterization ... (cardiac or heart cath) A cardiac catheterization gives detailed information about the structures

Pulmonary Atresia

valves. This test is the best test to diagnose PA. Cardiac catheterization (heart cath). The baby ... such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen to keep your baby comfortable. Your child's heart care team will ... PA;pulmonary valve;heart defect;P01809

Your Child's Surgery for Transposition of the Great Arteries (TGA)

heart and valves. This is called infective endocarditis. Antibiotics should be taken as directed by the cardiologist. ... heart surgeon. The surgery lasts about 4 to 6 hours. Your Child's Surgery for Transposition of

Aortic Stenosis in Children

guide the catheter to the heart. Contrast dye may be injected to let the cardiologist see more detail ... Aortic stenosis means that your child has a heart valve that is too narrow or is blocked

Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return (TAPVR)

A cardiac catheterization gives detailed information about the structures in the heart. In this ... need the following care: As children grow, they may need more surgeries and cardiac

Cardiac Catheterization for Children

Understanding Cardiac Catheterization for Children ... ? Cardiac catheterization is a procedure to diagnose and treat certain heart problems. To do this, the ... provider then guides the catheter into the heart to find and treat any problems. In children, cardiac ... cardiac catheterization;p01772

When Your Child Has Coarctation of the Aorta (COA)

create a picture of the heart and look for structural defects and other problems. Cardiac ... ? COA is treated with open heart surgery or cardiac catheterization. Surgery may be done using a ... 89177;when your child has coarctation of the aorta coa;coarctation of the aorta;congenital heart

Coarctation of the Aorta (COA) in Children

cardiologist. This is a doctor with special training to treat heart problems in children. The ... cardiologist will examine your child and listen to his or her heart and lungs. Your child may also have ... P01770;COA;narrowing of the aorta;congenital;coarctation of the aorta;heart defect

When Your Child Has a Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

, cardiac catheterization, or surgery. Your child’s cardiologist will assess your child’s heart and ... diagnose and treat heart problems in children. The pediatric cardiologist will check your child for ... heart disease, patent ductus arteriosus;patent ductus arteriosus, symptoms;patent ductus arteriosus

Treatment for Pericardial Effusion

infection Careful checking of the heart with echocardiogram (ultrasound) tests Expanding ... In some cases, pericardial effusion can cause cardiac tamponade. Pressure on the heart causes not ... Pericardial Effusion;pericardium;bacterial infection;Pericardiocentesis;heart surgery;cardiology;cardiologist;90471

The Benefits of Cardiac Rehabilitation

to you living a long, heart healthy future. The Benefits of Cardiac Rehabilitation Cardiac ... surgery, angioplasty or have heart failure, cardiac rehab can give you the tools you need to take ... angina;angioplasty;attacks;benefits;bypass surgery;emotional support;exercises;food;heart health


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