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Pediatric Heart Failure

Key Points About Heart Failure in Children

  • Heart failure means your child's heart isn't able to pump as well as it should.
  • The most common cause of heart failure in children is a congenital heart defect.
  • Common symptoms in children include trouble breathing, tiredness and poor growth.
  • Treatment may include fixing a defect, taking medicines or using a device.

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Cardiology Treatment at Children's National Hospital

The pediatric heart experts at Children’s National in Washington, D.C., provide advanced care for unborn babies, children and young adults with heart conditions. Discover more about the treatment we offer.

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Providers Who Treat Heart Failure

    Departments that Treat Heart Failure

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    Cardiology

    The pediatric heart experts at Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C., provide advanced care for unborn babies, children and young adults with heart conditions.

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    Children's National Heart Center

    Our expert pediatric heart team, including more than 40 subspecialties, offer advanced heart care and excellent outcomes for thousands of children every year.

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    Advanced Cardiac Therapies and Heart Transplant Program

    We provide personalized care for babies and children with heart failure, including advanced VAD techniques and heart transplantation.