Heart disease in children has a number of diagnostic traps for the unwary, and all of us involved in the specialty have been caught at one time or another. For example, it is sometimes very difficult to differentiate between respiratory and cardiac disease in infants and between neurological and cardiac conditions in older children, and the consequences of taking the wrong path can be significant. This book is a collection of cases highlighting situations which can ensnare even the best cardiologist. Although they illustrate the importance of taking a good history and performing a thorough examination, the most important lesson is learning to keep an open mind and develop the ability to think laterally. As clinicians we need to have the confidence to make a decision for our patients but also the humility to be able to acknowledge that we don’t always get it right first time, and it is imperative that we learn from the experience. We hope the reader will find these short chapters interesting and while they are not evidence-based medicine in the true sense, they do represent a wide range of clinical experience from which we can all learn. ​

Hands-on guidance for managing pediatric patients with congenital and acquired heart disease FULL-COLOR ILLUSTRATIONS Part of the Pediatric Practice series, Pediatric Practice: Cardiology is filled with practical, clinically relevant guidance for the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac conditions in children. The care of the patient forms the core of this text, which provides perspectives on epidemiology, pathophysiology, and diagnosis that every pediatrician, cardiologist, family physician, and pediatric nurse needs to know. Pediatric Practice: Cardiology includes concise yet detailed overviews of pediatric cardiac conditions, along with proven diagnostic and management strategies you can incorporate into your practice immediately. It familiarizes primary care providers with the tools used in the care of pediatric cardiology patients and explains the different types of congenital heart defects. Additional coverage includes the risk factors for acquired adult heart disease and the different forms of inflammatory heart disease. Features of the Pediatric Practice Series The Pediatric Practice series simplifies the care of pediatric patients by delivering: Tips that tell you what you must know—and what you must do—at every stage of care Diagnostic and treatment algorithms Signs/Symptoms and Differential Diagnosis boxes “When to Refer” boxes, which examine all the relevant clinical considerations Diagnostic Tests—with a realistic emphasis on the right tests to order Medical Treatment coverage that includes drugs, dosages, and administration in an easy-to-read tabular format Convenient icons and a consistent chapter design Numerous clinical color photos and didactic diagrams

Park's Pediatric Cardiology for Practitioners is the essential medical reference book for the ever-changing field of pediatric cardiology. Comprehensive in its content, it provides the practical guidance you need to diagnose and manage children with congenital and acquired heart disease. From history and physical examination through preventative treatment and the management of special problems, the fully revised 6th edition incorporates all of the latest concepts in cardiology, distilled in a way that is understandable to pediatricians, family practitioners, NPs, and PAs alike. "...a concise reference book; Students and clinician; practicing Pediatric cardiology will continue to find Park's Pediatric Cardiology book to be easy to read and refer for the precise information readily." Reviewed by: BACCH Newsletter, March 2015 Apply the latest knowledge and methods with coverage of surgical techniques in pediatric cardiology, the application of interventional non-surgical techniques, blood pressure standards, and cardiac arrhythmia treatments. Easily grasp the latest techniques with helpful line drawings throughout. Select the best approaches for your patients with extensive coverage of special problems, including congestive heart failure and syncope. Take advantage of the most recent diagnostic and therapeutic advances in pediatric cardiology. Every topic and chapter has been revised and updated to reflect the latest medical and surgical treatments for all congenital and acquired heart diseases. New surgical approaches, including hybrid procedures, have been updated. A special focus has been placed on noninvasive imaging techniques, normative blood pressure standards, suggested approaches to pediatric hypertension, detection and management of lipid abnormalities as recommended by the Expert Panel, pediatric arrhythmias (including long QT syndrome), and much more. Access the full text online at Expert Consult.

This book combines valid physiology and treatment strategies with the institutional experience of one of the leading German pediatric heart centers. It is intended as a pragmatic guide, focusing on daily practice and bedside medicine: straightforward, easy to implement, and results-oriented. It offers readers a profound understanding of intensive care, with a specific focus on organ systems, their interactions, and the effect of life support technologies, pursuing a comprehensive approach to congenital heart defects and therapies, including pitfalls and solutions. The target group is extended towards pediatric cardiologists and anesthesiologists by integrating chapters on the systematic analysis of hemodynamics and anatomy, diagnostics and treatment of congenital heart defects, plus a chapter on modern anesthesiology during heart operations with a focus on early extubation that minimizes on-pump and medication trauma. As such, the book offers a pragmatic and clinically oriented guide for physicians with advanced experience and expertise in (cardiac) intensive and intermediate care, as well as beginners and junior physicians.

As a leading reference on pediatric cardiology and congenital heart disease, Anderson's Pediatric Cardiology provides exhaustive coverage of potential pediatric cardiovascular anomalies, potential sequelae related to these anomalies, comorbidities and neurodevelopmental problems, and current methods for management and treatment. The fully revised 4th Edition addresses significant and ongoing changes in practice, including recent developments in fetal, neonatal, and adult congenital heart conditions as well as expanded content on intensive care, nursing issues, and societal implications. The outstanding illustration program provides superb visual guidance, and is now supplemented with a remarkable collection of more than 200 professionally curated, author-narrated videos. - Offers authoritative, long-term coverage of a broad spectrum of cardiology conditions, including congenital heart disease, adult congenital heart disease (ACHD), acquired heart disease, cardiomyopathies, and rhythm disturbances. - Features exquisite specimen images by Dr. Robert Anderson and Diane Spicer dissected in easily recognizable analogous imaging planes. These are included in the over 850 anatomic, photographic, imaging, and algorithmic figures, and incorporate new images using virtual dissections of 3D datasets obtained in living patients. - An extensive new section describing the non-cardiac consequences of congenital cardiac disease and other related issues Outside the Heart, including new chapters on quality improvement in congenital cardiac disease, models of care delivery, neurocognitive assessment and outcomes, psychosocial issues for patients and families, ethics, nursing implications, acute and chronic renal complications, and telemedicine. - Three entirely new, expanded sections on the Functionally Univentricular Heart, Fetal Congenital Cardiac Disease, and Heart Failure and Transplantation. - Provides a new focus on patient and family-centered care with expert advice on how to communicate difficult diagnoses to patients and families. - Features new integration of nursing content into all disease-specific chapters, as well as updated content on genetics, congenital heart disease and follow-up, and new imaging modalities. - Contains chapters on new and emerging topics such as MRI and Quantifying the Fetal Circulation in Congenital Cardiac Disease; Congenital Anomalies of the Coronary Arteries; and The Global Burden of Pediatric Heart Disease and Pediatric Cardiac Care in Low- and Middle-Income Countries - Shares the experience and knowledge of an international team of multidisciplinary experts in medicine and advanced practice nursing. - Expert ConsultTM eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, tables and figures from the book on a variety of devices.

A practical and concise guide for assessing suspected cardiac disorders in the neonate, child, and adolescent. Written for the non-specialist, this text takes an evidence-based approach to common cardiac problems the generalist will likely encounter.

Based on Dr. Driscoll's thirty years of successful bedside teaching at the Mayo Clinic, Fundamentals of Pediatric Cardiology is the ideal textbook for residents in pediatrics, family medicine, internal medicine, and pediatric and adult cardiology. This concise, well-organized, and easy-to-understand text can be read cover-to-cover during a pediatric cardiology rotation and focuses sharply on what primary care physicians need to know for initial evaluation and management of patients. Dr. Driscoll explains the many types of congenital heart defects, focusing on the most frequent cardiac problems in infants, children, and adolescents. Emphasis is on use of new diagnostic tools in conjunction with the physical examination.

Pediatric Cardiology Board Review is an academic dividend of the popular Pediatric Cardiology Review biannual course that was started by Dr. Chang and Dr. Eidem. The book contains over 875 questions & answers and is geared toward pediatric cardiologists taking the boards or maintenance of certification, pediatricians, and cardiologists interested in freshening their skills. It provides hundreds of questions relating to the diagnosis and treatment of the fetus, infant, child, and adult with congenital heart diseases. The answers provide full explanations to the questions so you know where to best focus your area of study. Plus, with this edition you have access to an online companion website that has the fully searchable text and over 875 questions online so you can test your knowledge anytime, anywhere.

A practice-oriented overview of pediatric cardiology Enriched with the extensive experience of leading experts in this constantly evolving field, Pediatric Cardiology is a comprehensive reference that helps cardiologists stay up-to-date on important developments in the specialty. It includes basic principles, diagnostic strategies for specific diseases, and the newest interventional catheterization techniques, giving readers the tools to successfully manage all types of pediatric heart disease. Key Features: High-quality instructive graphs as well as over 400 color illustrations and 100 tables clarify concepts in the text User-friendly organization facilitates the decision making process Online access to more than 100 video clips on catheterization, EKG, and normal vs. diseased heart comparisons on the Thieme MediaCenter Guidelines for treating neonates with cardiac disorders Clearly explains echocardiography, including anatomical landmarks and typical findings From the fundamentals to the latest advances in pediatric cardiology, this book provides the core information needed by cardiac surgeons and pediatric cardiologists treating patients with congenital as well as acquired heart disease. It is also essential for interventional cardiologists, cardiology fellows, and interventional radiologists who want to increase their knowledge and skills and offer optimal care to their patients.

Section I: HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE --1a.The Nadas Years at Children's Hospital /Jane W. Newburger, Donald C. Fyler --1b.Cardiology at Children's Hospital Boston: Today and Into the Future /James E. Lock --Section II: DEVELOPMENTAL ANATOMY --2.Embryology /Richard Van Praagh --3.Morphologic Anatomy /Richard Van Praagh, Stella Van Praagh --4.Segmental Approach to Diagnosis /Richard Van Praagh, M.D. --Section III: DYSMORPHOLOGY --5.Dysmorphology and Genetics /Ronald V. Lacro, M.D. --Section IV: NORMAL CIRCULATORY PHYSIOLOGY --6.Fetal and Transitional Circulation /Michael D. Freed --Section V: PROBLEMS CAUSED BY HEART DISEASE --7.Congestive Heart Failure /Elizabeth D. Blume, Michael D. Freed, Steven D. Colan --8.Hypoxemia /Donald C. Fyler, M.D. --9.Central Nervous System Sequelae of Congenital Heart Disease /Jane W. Newburger, M.D., M.P.H --10.Pulmonary Hypertension /Mary P. Mullen, M.D. --Section VI: TOOLS OF DIAGNOSIS --11.History, Growth, Nutrition, Physical Examination and Routine Laboratory Tests /Robert L. Geggel, M.D., Donald Fyler, M.D. --12.Electrocardiography and Introduction to Electrophysiologic Techniques /Edward P. Walsh, M.D., Mark E. Alexander, M.D., Frank Cecchin, M.D. --13.Imaging Techniques; Echocardiography: MRI, CT /Mary E. van der Velde and Tal Geva --14.Cardiac Catheterization /James E. Lock, M.D. --15.Assessment of Ventricular and Myocardial Performance /Steven D. Colan, M.D. --16.Exercise Testing /Jonathan Rhodes --Section VII: ALLIED DISCIPLINES --17.Sedation, Anesthesia in Cardiac Procedures /Peter C. Laussen --18.Intensive Care Unit /David L. Wessel, Peter C. Laussen --19.Methodological Issues for Data Base Development: Trends /John K. Triedman, M.D., Donald C. Fyler, M.D. --20.Methodological Issues in Clinical Research /Kathy J. Jenkins, Kimberlee Gauvreau, Steven D. Colan --21.Pediatric Cardiovascular Nursing /Patricia O'Brien, Martha A.Q. Curley, Patricia A. Hickey --Section VIII: ACQUIRED HEART DISEASE --22.Common Outpatient Problems: Innocent Murmur, Chest Pain, Syncope /Jane W. Newburger, M.D., M.P.H., David R. Fulton, M.D., Mark E. Alexander, M.D. --23.Preventive Heart Disease: Hypertension (systemic) and Dyslipidemia in Childhood and Adolescence /Jane W. Newburger, M.D., M.P.H. --24.Rheumatic Fever /Donald C. Fyler, M.D. --25.Kawasaki Syndrome /David R. Fulton, M.D., Jane W. Newburger, M.D. --26.Cardiomyopathies /Steven D. Colan, M.D. --27.Pericardial Diseases /Roger E. Breitbart --28.Infective Endocarditis /Gerald R. Marx, M.D., Jane W. Newburger, M.D. --29.Cardiac Arrhythmias /Edward P Walsh, M.D., John K. Triedman, M.D., Charles I. Berul, M.D. --Section IX: CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE --30.Ventricular Septal Defect /John F. Keane, Donald C. Fyler --31.Pulmonary Stenosis /John F. Keane, Donald Fyler --32.Tetralogy of Fallot /Roger E. Breitbart, M.D., Donald C. Fyler, M.D. --33.Aortic Outflow Abnormalities /John F. Keane, M.D., Donald C. Fyler, M.D. --34.Atrial Septal Defect /John F. Keane, Tal Geva, Donald C. Fyler, M.D. --35.Patent Ductus Arteriosus /John F. Keane, Donald Fyler --36.Coarctation of the Aorta /John F. Keane, M.D., Donald C. Fyler, M.D. --37.D-Transposition of the Great Arteries /David R. Fulton, Donald C. Fyler --38.Endocardial Cushion Defects /Gerald R. Marx, M.D., Donald C. Fyler, M.D. --39.Cardiac Malpositions and the Heterotaxy Syndromes /Stella Van Praagh --40.Mitral Valve and Left Atrial lesions /Robert L. Geggel, Donald C. Fyler --41.Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome, Mitral Atresia and Aortic Atresia /Peter Lang, M.D., Donald C. Fyler, M.D. --42.Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular Septum /John F. Keane, Donald C. Fyler --43.Double-Outlet Right Ventricle /John F. Keane, M.D., Donald C. Fyler --44.Single Ventricle /John F. Keane, Donald Fyler --45.Tricuspid Atresia /John F. Keane, Donald Fyler --46.Tricuspid Valve Problems /John F. Keane, M.D., Donald C. Fyler, M.D. --47.Truncus Arteriosus /John F. Keane, M.D., Donald C. Fyler, M.D. --48.Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return /John F. Keane, M.D., Donald C. Fyler, M.D. --49.Aortopulmonary Window /John F. Keane, Donald Fyler --50.Origin of a Pulmonary Artery from the Aorta (Hemitruncus) /John F. Keane, Donald Fyler --51.'Corrected' Transposition of the Great Arteries /John F. Keane, M.D., Donald C. Fyler, M.D. --52.Vascular Fistulae /John F. Keane, M.D., Donald C. Fyler, M.D. --53.Coronary Artery Anomalies /John F. Keane, M.D., Donald C. Fyler, M.D. --54.Vascular Rings and Slings /Andrew J. Powell, M.D., Valerie S. Mandell, M.D. --55.Cardiac Tumors /Gerald Marx, M.D., Donald C. Fyler, M.D. --56.Adult Congenital Heart Disease /Michael J. Landzberg, M.D. --Section X: SURGICAL CONSIDERATIONS --57.Infant Cardiac Surgery /Bassem Mora, M.D., Pedro del Nido, M.D. --58.Management of the Univentricular Heart /John E. Mayer, Jr. M.D. --59.Video/Robotic-Assisted Thoracic surgery: Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation /Pedro del Nido, M.D. --60.Current and Future Cardiovascular Organ and Tissue Replacement Therapies /John E. Mayer, M.D., Elizabeth D. Blume, M.D. --Section XI: THE FUTURE --61.Cardiac Excitability and Heritable Arrhythmias /David E. Clapham, Mark T. Keating --APPENDIX --Principal Drugs Used in Pediatric Cardiology /Jane W. Newburger --INDEX.