A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO UNDERSTANDING AND MANAGING PEDIATRIC HEART ABNORMALITIES

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8238729

Authors

  • Davis P G Department of Information Technology, University of the Cumberlands, Williamsburg, KY, USA

Keywords:

congenital heart defects, heart perforations, heart valve problems, cyanosis, fetal echo, diagnosis, treatment, preventive measures

Abstract

Congenital heart defects, including holes in the heart, are commonly misunderstood by the general population. This paper aims to provide a comprehensive overview of various congenital heart conditions affecting children, focusing on their types, potential causes, diagnostic methods, treatment options, and preventive measures. Before birth, the developing heart may exhibit small holes or cavities in the muscular septum that partitions the heart's right and left sides. The etiology of these anomalies remains unclear, but a significant proportion of these defects, around 70%, spontaneously resolve either prior to or shortly after birth. However, cases where these holes persist might necessitate surgical intervention, the specifics of which depend on the hole's size and location. This review categorizes heart perforations in children into secundum, primus, and sinus venosus types. While secundum perforations often close without intervention, the rarer sinus and sinus venosus perforations typically require surgical correction. Children may also experience heart valve obstructions, with valve-related complications being a significant concern. Additionally, other conditions like translocated blood vessels and mitral valve issues further compound the complexity of these heart defects. Rheumatic fever is highlighted as a potential trigger for heart valve problems, with its implications extending to heart valve displacement. The resultant mixing of oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor blood leads to cyanosis, a condition where affected children display a bluish skin tint. Timely intervention through surgery can address this issue and achieve a permanent cure in 80% of cases. Preventive measures are crucial, with fetal echo tests offering a diagnostic opportunity as early as the 16th week of gestation. Factors such as family history of heart problems, maternal drug and alcohol consumption during pregnancy, maternal health conditions like diabetes and rubella, consanguineous marriages, and hypoxia should guide the decision to undertake fetal echo testing. This comprehensive overview emphasizes the significance of timely diagnosis, proper medical management, and a proactive approach to mitigating congenital heart defects in children, contributing to improved outcomes and enhanced quality of life.

Published

2023-08-11

How to Cite

Davis, P. G. (2023). A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO UNDERSTANDING AND MANAGING PEDIATRIC HEART ABNORMALITIES . International Journal of Interdisciplinary Research in Statistics, Mathematics and Engineering (IJIRSME), 10(3), 1–13. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8238729

Issue

Vol. 10 No. 3 (2023): July-September

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