The use of a three-dimensional print model of an aortic arch to plan a complex percutaneous intervention in a patient with coarctation of the aorta.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Parental suspicions that the child may possibly take narcotics may be substantiated by hair analysis, which may not only identify the narcotic abuse profile, but also define the minimum period of narcotic usage. OBJECTIVE:A toxicological hair analysis aiming at detecting the presence of amphetamines and can...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Kłys M,Szydłowski L,Rojek S

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Early weight trends after cardiac surgery in infants from low- and middle-income countries where the majority are undernourished have not been defined. We studied the early post-operative weight trends to identify specific factors associated with early weight loss and poor weight gain after discharge followi...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Banerji N,Sudhakar A,Balachandran R,Sunil GS,Kotayil BP,Krishna Kumar R

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Assessment of right ventricular size and function is an important part of the clinical cardiac evaluation; however, these quantitative measures are challenging by echocardiography. Automated software could be useful in place of manual measurements and qualitative assessment. This study evaluates a semi-autom...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： McCloud AK,Lowisz J,Roberson DA,Lefaiver CA,Penk JS

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aim We aimed to study the dimensions, systolic and diastolic functions of the left ventricle; dimensions and elasticity of the aorta; and carotid intima-media thickness and flow-mediated dilatation of the brachial artery in mitral valve prolapse. METHODS:The study group consisted of 43 patients (mean age=13.3±3.9) an...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Erolu E,Akalın F,Çetiner N,Şaylan Çevik B

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe a three-year-old boy who presented with recurrent expectoration of bronchial casts six months following creation of a fenestrated lateral tunnel Fontan circulation for pulmonary atresia with intact ventricular septum. Cardiac catheterization demonstrated elevated central venous pressure with two areas of s...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： McMahon CJ,Nihill MR,Reber A

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Purpose The aim of this study was to determine whether the exercise tolerance test can provide diagnostic and prognostic information regarding children and young adults and help predict outcome. METHODS:A total of 87 patients, aged 7-29 years (median 13, mean 13.4) were selected retrospectively. They underwent exerci...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Sajnach-Menke MA,Walpole SC

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to investigate the relations between the P-wave dispersion and diastolic functions in type 1 diabetic children. PATIENTS:A total of 33 diabetic patients without any cardiovascular disease, with a mean age of 12.3 plus or minus 4.2 years, and 29 healthy controls, with a mean age of 1...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Köken R,Demir T,Sen TA,Kundak AA,Oztekin O,Alpay F

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the diagnosis, clinical features, management and post-natal follow-up in consecutive fetuses identified with tachycardia. METHODS:We reviewed consecutive fetuses with tachycardia identified in a single tertiary institution between January, 2001, and December, 2008. We considered several options f...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Lulić Jurjević R,Podnar T,Vesel S

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Persistent patency of the arterial duct represents one of the most common lesions in the field of congenital cardiac disease. The strategies for management continue to evolve. In this review, we focus on management beyond the neonatal period. We review the temporal evolution of strategies for management, illustrate th...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Giroud JM,Jacobs JP

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Anomalous left coronary artery from the pulmonary artery is a rare congenital heart disease (CHD) with diverse clinical presentations despite the same anatomy. Factors determining this heterogeneous presentation are not well understood. METHOD AND RESULTS:We retrospectively investigated 14 patients (12 fema...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Matoq AA,Tsuda T

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe the case of an 8-week-old infant with late presentation of severe refractory atypical Kawasaki disease. In addition to developing giant coronary arterial aneurysms and coronary thrombosis, she formed extensive bilateral arterial aneurysms throughout her systemic circulation. ...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Johnston N,Coleman D,McMahon CJ

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Professionals working in the arena of health care face a variety of challenges as their careers evolve and develop. In this review, we analyze the role of mentorship, learning curves, and balance in overcoming challenges that all such professionals are likely to encounter. These challenges can exist both in profession...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Cohen MS,Jacobs JP,Quintessenza JA,Chai PJ,Lindberg HL,Dickey J,Ungerleider RM

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Partially anomalous pulmonary venous connection of a solitary pulmonary vein in the setting of an intact atrial septum is often subclinical, and the indications for surgical repair are controversial. Here we describe a patient who developed a significant shunt over a period of 10-years. Flow through the anomalously co...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Koh M,Uemura H,Kagisaki K

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate heart rate variability by Holter monitoring in type 1 diabetic children compared with a healthy control group and determine the factors modifying heart rate variability. METHODS:This was designed as a prospective study comparing 28 patients, diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and under follow-up, wit...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Özgür S,Ceylan Ö,Şenocak F,Örün UA,Doğan V,Yılmaz O,Keskin M,Aycan Z,Okutucu S,Karademir S

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Interest in brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) and N-terminal pro-brain natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP) in the management of children with CHD has increased. There are, however, no current guidelines for their routine use. The aim of this review article is to provide an update on the data regarding the use of BNP/NT-proB...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Cantinotti M,Walters HL,Crocetti M,Marotta M,Murzi B,Clerico A

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the effect of a continuous infusion of basic fibroblast growth factor on the adaptive potential of the right ventricular myocardium after 30 days of mechanically induced overload in rats. Materials and methods We banded the pulmonary trunk, so as...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Vida VL,Dedja A,Faggin E,Speggiorin S,Padalino MA,Boccuzzo G,Pauletto P,Angelini A,Milanesi O,Thiene G,Stellin G

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An infant presented with features suggestive of an anomalous left coronary artery was found to have normal origins of both coronary arteries. Echocardiography during episodes of ischaemia showed marked aortic regurgitation with retrograde coronary flow. The left coronary leaflet was mildly hypoplastic. Surgical re-sus...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Likes ML,Silverman NH,Albers EL,Choy R,Bhat A,McMullan DM

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Temporary percutaneous epicardial pacing wires are routinely placed in children following cardiac surgery. There is uncertainty in clinical practice about the optimum timing for their removal, and practice varies widely both within and between different institutions. AIM:The aim of our study was to describe...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Jowett V,Hayes N,Sridharan S,Rees P,Macrae D

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Persistent fifth - double-lumen - aortic arch is a rarely seen entity, which is usually associated with other cardiac anomalies; it has been previously reported only in children. We report a new case of double-lumen aortic arch with a systemic-to-systemic connection diagnosed incidentally during cardiac multi-detector...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Tehrai M,Saidi B,Goudarzi M

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This brief report describes a case of flail anterior tricuspid valve leaflet in a neonate associated with maternal antiphospholipid syndrome. Fetal echocardiography at 27 weeks of gestation showed competent atrioventricular valves with biventricular echogenic chordae. Fetal distress was noted at delivery, and echocard...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Tarca AJ,Eckersley L,Kothari D

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present the case studies of two adult patients with tetralogy of Fallot who were scheduled for surgery. After addressing the right ventricular outflow tract obstruction, the aorta was opened and the ventricular septal defect was approached in a straightforward manner as it was located just under the overriding aort...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Gil-Jaurena JM,Cano J,Cuenca V

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The term cor triatriatum is used to describe a fibromuscular partition that divides an atrium into two compartments. It was first used by Borst in 1905, although the lesion had been described before by Church in 1868. Both described divided left atrial chamber (also referred to as cor triatriatum sinister)...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Al-Mousily F,Baslaim G,Kouatli A,Al-Ata J,Arfi AM

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The objectives of this study were to compare the quality-of-life scores of Malaysian children with CHD and their healthy siblings, to determine the level of agreement between proxy-reports and child self-reports, and to examine variables that have an impact on quality of life in those with CHD. METHODS:Pare...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Ong LC,Teh CS,Darshinee J,Omar A,Ang HL

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In utero diagnosis of complex progressive cardiac disease such as hypoplastic left heart syndrome presents a novel opportunity for antepartum, intrapartum, and neonatal management. The clinical possibilities and potential for differing outcomes challenge the mother-foetus dyad with regard to informed consent. Previous...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Mavroudis C,Mavroudis CD,Farrell RM,Jacobs ML,Jacobs JP,Kodish ED

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Behçet's disease is a chronic autoimmune disease with vascular complications that are most frequently manifested as thromboembolism in veins and pseudoaneurysm in arteries. We report the case of a 13-year-old boy admitted for clinical and biological signs of rheumatic fever associated with chest pain. The clinical exa...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Mouine N,Bennani R,Amri R

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Plastic bronchitis is a rare and difficult to treat disease process in patients with congenital heart disease. Cardiac transplantation has been used increasingly to reverse this process, especially in single ventricle physiology. This case report demonstrates a foreseeable complication after cardiac transplantation in...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Parent JJ,Darragh RK

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Care of children with functionally univentricular hearts is resource-intensive. OBJECTIVES:To analyse pregnancy and early post-natal outcomes of fetuses with functionally univentricular hearts in the setting of a low-middle-income country. METHODS:A retrospective study was conducted during the period of Ja...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Vaidyanathan B,Vijayaraghavan A,Thomas S,Sudhakar A

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Our aim was to assess the immediate and short term results of closure of moderate and large patent arterial ducts using the self-expanding and repositionable Amplatzer device. METHOD:We attempted closure in 25 patients (10 Females and 15 males) using the Amplatzer occluder. Their median age was 48 months wi...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Marwah A,Radhakrishnan S,Shrivastava S

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The arterial switch operation has become the preferred procedure for surgical management of transposition, defined on the basis of concordant atrioventricular and discordant ventriculo-arterial connections. We conducted a retrospective evaluation of our experience in 61 infants with this segmental combination, seen fr...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Wheeler DS,Dent CL,Manning PB,Nelson DP

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report the case of a child with cor triatriatum dexter masquerading as Ebstein's anomaly on transthoracic echocardiography. This was attributed to a floppy membrane arising from the right atrium, protruding into the tricuspid valve and pushing the leaflets downwards, giving an impression of Ebstein's anomaly. The i...

journal_title：Cardiology in the young

authors： Salam S,Gallacher D,Uzun O

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00