Pediatric Heart Defects and Disorders Explained: Congenital Anomalies, Kawasaki, and Heart Failure

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Gain a comprehensive understanding of cardiovascular conditions in children with this in-depth Chapter 27 lecture—perfect for students in pediatrics, nursing, and pediatric cardiology. This video covers:

Congenital Heart Defects:
Increased Pulmonary Blood Flow: Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), atrial and ventricular septal defects (ASD, VSD), and atrioventricular canal defects
Obstructive Lesions: Coarctation of the aorta, aortic and pulmonic stenosis
Decreased Pulmonary Blood Flow: Tetralogy of Fallot, tricuspid atresia
Mixing Defects: Transposition of the great arteries, TAPVC, truncus arteriosus, and hypoplastic left heart syndrome

Pediatric Heart Failure:
Heart failure as a complication of congenital heart defects
Symptoms include poor feeding, tachypnea, cyanosis, and decreased cardiac output

Acquired Cardiovascular Disorders:
Kawasaki Disease: Stages, diagnostic criteria, and potential coronary complications
Pediatric Hypertension: Differences from adult hypertension, causes, and rising obesity-related cases

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