Endocardial fibroelastosis is a rare heart disease that thickens the lining of the heart chambers in infants and children, often leading to heart failure and requiring a transplant. Symptoms include feeding difficulties, breathing problems, and pale skin. The cause is unknown but may be genetic or caused by viral infections. Treatment is based on managing […]
Endocardial cushion defect (ECD) is a congenital heart condition where the heart lacks a wall separating its chambers. Symptoms include difficulty breathing, blue skin, and pneumonia. Treatment involves surgically closing the holes and creating new valves. Without treatment, ECD can lead to heart failure and death. An endocardial cushion defect (ECD), also known as an […]
