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Child Heart and Blood Vessels

Child Heart and Blood Vessels

Some children are born with defects or abnormalities, known as cardiac anomalies. Find out all about cardiac problems in children, including the most common causes and treatments.

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Congenital Heart Defects

Congenital heart defects are abnormalities in the heart's structure that are present at birth. Approximately 8 out of ...

Source: The Nemours Foundation
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a condition most often associated with adults. But kids can have high ...

Source: The Nemours Foundation
Arrhythmias

An arrhythmia is an abnormal heart rhythm usually caused by an electrical "short circuit" in the heart. The heart ...

Source: The Nemours Foundation
Heart Murmurs and Your Child

Many parents fear the worst when their child is diagnosed with a heart murmur, but this diagnosis is actually extremely ...

Source: The Nemours Foundation
Hemophilia

Bumps and scrapes are a part of every child's life. For most kids, a tumble off a bike or a stray kick in a soccer game ...

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High Blood Pressure Often Missed in Kids

Source: The Nemours Foundation
Some Toddlers at Greater Risk for Iron Deficiency

Source: The Nemours Foundation
HIV/Blood Borne Pathogens and Athletic Activity

Source: National Association for Sport and Physical Education
Hemangiomas: Suzanne's Story

Source: The Nemours Foundation
Mitral Valve Prolapse

Source: The Nemours Foundation

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