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Chronic Heart Failure in Children: State of the Art and New Perspectives

Biagio Castaldi1, Elena Cuppini1, Jennifer Fumanelli1

  • 1Pediatric Cardiology Unit, Department of Women's and Children's Health, University of Padua, 35122 Padova, Italy.

Journal of Clinical Medicine
|April 13, 2023
PubMed

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Pediatric heart failure (HF) presents unique challenges compared to adults, requiring distinct therapeutic strategies. This review explores novel pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments for children with HF.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Cardiology
  • Cardiovascular Research
  • Clinical Pediatrics

Background:

  • Pediatric heart failure (HF) is a significant clinical issue with substantial morbidity and mortality.
  • Pediatric HF differs from adult HF in etiology, physiology, clinical course, and treatment approaches.
  • Current research focuses on developing individualized treatment regimens for pediatric HF.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review emerging pharmacological therapies for pediatric heart failure.
  • To discuss novel non-pharmacological treatment strategies for children with HF.
  • To provide an overview of recent advancements in managing pediatric heart failure.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent studies on pediatric heart failure treatments.
  • Analysis of new drug development in pediatric cardiology.
  • Evaluation of non-pharmacological interventions for pediatric HF.

Main Results:

  • Several new drugs show promise for treating pediatric heart failure.
  • Innovative non-pharmacological therapies are being explored for improved patient outcomes.
  • Individualized treatment approaches are gaining importance.

Conclusions:

  • Advancements in pharmacotherapy and non-pharmacological interventions offer new hope for pediatric HF.
  • Personalized medicine is crucial for optimizing treatment in children with heart failure.
  • Continued research is essential to improve the management and prognosis of pediatric heart failure.

Keywords:
device therapy for chronic heart failureheart failurepediatric heart failurepharmacotherapy for heart failurepulmonary artery banding

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