Bengal Child Heart Group

Treatments Offered

Overview of Pediatric Cardiology

At Bengal Child Heart Group, we offer a comprehensive range of treatments for various pediatric heart conditions, ensuring each child receives personalized and expert care. Our experienced team of pediatric cardiologists is dedicated to diagnosing, treating, and managing heart diseases in children from birth through adolescence.

Congenital Heart Defects

Treatment: Our team addresses congenital heart defects (CHDs) through both surgical and non-surgical interventions. We use advanced imaging techniques such as echocardiography and cardiac MRI to accurately diagnose the specific defect. Treatments include:

  • Device Closure of ASD/VSD/PDA: Using minimally invasive techniques, we close abnormal openings in the heart with devices placed via cardiac catheterization, avoiding the need for open-heart surgery.
  • Surgical Repair: For more complex CHDs, we collaborate with pediatric cardiac surgeons to perform corrective surgeries.

Cardiomyopathy

Treatment: Cardiomyopathy involves the weakening or abnormal thickening of the heart muscle, which can affect its ability to pump blood. Our approach includes:

  • Medication Management: Prescribing medications to improve heart function, reduce symptoms, and prevent complications.
  • Lifestyle Changes: Advising on diet, exercise, and activity levels to manage the condition.
  • Interventional Procedures: In severe cases, interventions such as implanting pacemakers or defibrillators may be necessary.

Arrhythmia

Treatment: Arrhythmias are irregular heartbeats that can be too fast, too slow, or erratic. We provide comprehensive care including:

  • Electrophysiology Studies: Detailed mapping of the heart’s electrical activity to identify the source of the arrhythmia.
  • Medications: Prescribing anti-arrhythmic drugs to control abnormal heart rhythms.
  • Ablation Therapy: Using catheter-based techniques to destroy the abnormal heart tissue causing the arrhythmia.
  • Pacemakers: Implanting pacemakers to regulate the heartbeat in cases of severe arrhythmia.

Bacterial Endocarditis

Treatment: This infection of the heart’s inner lining requires prompt and effective treatment.

  • Antibiotic Therapy: Administering strong antibiotics intravenously to eradicate the infection.
  • Surgical Intervention: In severe cases, surgery may be needed to repair or replace damaged heart valves.

Heart Syndromes and Myocarditis

Treatment: Our team provides specialized care for various heart syndromes and myocarditis, including:

  • Comprehensive Evaluation: Using echocardiography, MRI, and blood tests to diagnose the condition accurately.
  • Anti-inflammatory Medications: Treating myocarditis with medications to reduce inflammation and support heart function.
  • Monitoring and Support: Regular follow-ups and supportive care to manage symptoms and prevent complications.

Pulmonary Hypertension

Treatment: High blood pressure in the lungs requires specialized management:

  • Medications: Prescribing vasodilators and other medications to lower blood pressure in the lungs.
  • Oxygen Therapy: Providing supplemental oxygen to improve oxygen levels in the blood.
  • Interventional Procedures: In some cases, catheter-based interventions may be used to reduce pulmonary pressure.

Pediatric Inflammatory Multisystem Syndrome (PIMS)

Treatment: PIMS, associated with COVID-19, involves multiple organ inflammation, including the heart.

  • Anti-inflammatory Treatment: Administering intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) and corticosteroids to reduce inflammation.
  • Supportive Care: Managing symptoms and providing supportive care in an intensive care setting if needed.

Kawasaki Disease

Treatment: This condition causes inflammation in the blood vessels and can affect the heart.

  • IVIG Treatment: Administering intravenous immunoglobulin to reduce inflammation and prevent coronary artery complications.
  • Aspirin Therapy: Using aspirin to reduce inflammation and prevent blood clots.
  • Follow-up Care: Regular echocardiograms to monitor heart health.

Syndromes Associated with Cardiac Disease

Treatment: We manage various genetic and developmental syndromes that include cardiac issues:

  • Comprehensive Cardiac Evaluation: Using advanced imaging and diagnostic tools to assess heart function.
  • Personalized Care Plans: Developing individualized treatment plans tailored to the specific needs of each child.

Neonates with PPHN

Treatment: Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn (PPHN) is a critical condition requiring immediate care.

  • Respiratory Support: Providing mechanical ventilation or high-frequency oscillatory ventilation.
  • Inhaled Nitric Oxide: Using nitric oxide to relax blood vessels in the lungs and improve oxygenation.
  • ECMO: In severe cases, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) may be used to support heart and lung function.

Fetal Echocardiography

Procedure: We perform fetal echocardiography to detect major congenital heart defects before birth.

  • Non-invasive Ultrasound: Using high-resolution ultrasound to visualize the fetal heart and identify any structural abnormalities.
  • Early Intervention: Providing early diagnosis and planning for interventions post-delivery if necessary.