Related Conditions & Treatments | Boston Children's Hospital

Condition

An arrhythmia is an abnormal rhythm of the heart, which can cause the heart to pump less effectively.

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is an irregular, rapid heartbeat that can cause unpleasant symptoms and potentially lead to heart failure.

Condition

Cardiomyopathy is a disease of the heart muscle characterized by an abnormally large, thick or stiff heart muscle.

Condition

A congenital heart defect is a structural problem of the heart that develops during pregnancy.

Condition

Edema refers to swelling in the body’s tissues caused by a buildup of fluid.

Treatment

A heart transplant is an operation that replaces a failing heart with a healthy heart from a deceased donor.

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