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Rhythm abnormalities among hospitalised children in Lagos: a case series

Barakat A Animasahun1,2, Alaba B Oladimeji2, Moriam O Lamina2

  • 1Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, Lagos State University College of Medicine, Ikeja, Nigeria.

Sudanese Journal of Paediatrics
|February 21, 2024
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Insights

Arrhythmias, or irregular heart rhythms, are common in Nigerian children but underreported. Early recognition and intervention are crucial for managing these pediatric heart conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Cardiology
  • Clinical Medicine
  • Cardiac Electrophysiology

Background:

  • Arrhythmias involve abnormal heart rates (fast, slow, irregular).
  • Rhythm disturbances are potentially common in Nigerian children, yet underreported.
  • Limited data exists on pediatric arrhythmias in the Nigerian population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review clinical cases of pediatric arrhythmias in Nigeria.
  • To highlight the diverse presentations and etiologies of childhood arrhythmias.
  • To emphasize the importance of early detection and management of pediatric arrhythmias.

Main Methods:

  • Clinical review of eight pediatric patients with arrhythmias.
  • Inclusion of patients across various age groups (neonates, infants, older children).
  • Analysis of arrhythmia types, underlying causes, and clinical challenges.

Main Results:

  • Presented eight cases of pediatric arrhythmias in Nigerian children.
  • Demonstrated varied forms and etiologies of arrhythmias in different pediatric age groups.
  • Identified challenges in the care and management of these conditions.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric arrhythmias present with diverse forms and causes.
  • Early recognition and intervention are vital for improved outcomes in children with arrhythmias.
  • Addressing the challenges in pediatric arrhythmia care is essential for this population.

Keywords:
AetiologyArrhythmiaChildrenDysrhythmiaLagosRhythm abnormalities

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