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Association of hiatal hernia with mitral valve prolapse
1Department of Paediatrics, University Medical School, Pécs, Hungary.
European Journal of Pediatrics
|January 1, 1997
Insights
Children with sliding hiatal hernia have a high rate of mitral valve prolapse. This suggests a strong link between hiatal hernia and heart conditions in pediatric patients.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Cardiology
- Gastroenterology
- Genetics
Background:
- Sliding hiatal hernia is a condition where the stomach protrudes into the chest through the diaphragm.
- Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) is a common heart condition affecting the valve between the left atrium and left ventricle.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between sliding hiatal hernia and mitral valve prolapse in pediatric patients.
- To determine the prevalence of MVP in children diagnosed with hiatal hernia.
Main Methods:
- Cardiological investigations were performed on 23 children diagnosed with sliding hiatal hernia.
- Patient data included age, sex, and findings from cardiac evaluations.
Main Results:
- 18 out of 23 children (78.2%) with sliding hiatal hernia were diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse.
- No other signs of connective tissue weakness were observed in the study group.
Conclusions:
- A significant association exists between sliding hiatal hernia and mitral valve prolapse in children.
- Routine cardiological evaluation is recommended for all children diagnosed with hiatal hernia to screen for MVP.
Abstract
Unlabelled:
Cardiological investigation of 23 children (13 boys) with sliding hiatal hernia revealed mitral valve prolapse in 18 patients (10 boys) suggesting a very high association rate of 78.2%. No other signs of connective tissue weakness were seen.
Conclusion:
Cardiological evaluation is recommended in every child with hiatal hernia.