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Arrhythmia (Abnormal Heartbeat) for Parents
An arrhythmia is an abnormal heartbeat usually caused by an electrical "short circuit" in the heart. Many are minor and not a health threat, but some can indicate a more serious problem.
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Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) for Parents
Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) is a combination of problems caused by a birth defect that changes the way blood flows through the heart.
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Heart and Circulatory System for Teens
The heart and circulatory system (also called the cardiovascular system) make up the network that delivers blood to the body's tissues.
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Heart Palpitations for Parents
Heart palpitations are rapid or irregular heartbeats that make it feel like the heart is racing or fluttering. They usually aren't a sign of a health problem, and most kids who have them won't need to limit their physical activity.
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Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) for Parents
Ventricular septal defect (VSD) — also known as a "hole in the heart" — is a congenital heart defect. Most VSDs are diagnosed and treated successfully.
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Coarctation of the Aorta for Parents
Coarctation of the aorta (COA) is a narrowing of the aorta, the major blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart to the body.
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Levo-Transposition of the Great Arteries for Parents
Levo-transposition of the great arteries (L-TGA) is when the positions of the heart's ventricles are reversed. Some people with the condition never need treatment. Others are treated with medicines and surgery.
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A to Z: Congestive Heart Failure for Parents
In this condition, which can affect a child's breathing, activity, and growth, the heart is unable to pump blood efficiently and meet the needs of the body.
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Body Basics: The Heart (Slideshow) for Parents
Learn how this amazing muscle pumps blood throughout the body.
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Congenital Heart Defects Factsheet (for Schools) for Parents
What teachers should know about congenital heart defects, and what they can do to help students with the condition succeed in school.