The Pharmacological Frontier in Pediatric Heart Failure Management: Innovations and Prospects
Year: 2024
Type: editorial
Abstract: Pediatric heart failure, encompassing a diverse range of conditions, imposes a significant burden despite its relatively low incidence. The contemporary landscape, with infants constituting a majority of admissions, underscores the need for specialized attention. This editorial delves into the evolving pharmacological interventions for pediatric heart failure, emphasizing the nuances of managing congenital heart defects, genetic factors, and diverse etiologies. The goal is to contribute knowledge that addresses the unique needs of children and explores innovations promising to redefine care standards. The narrative navigates through the current state of pediatric heart failure management, unique considerations, emerging pharmacological innovations, precision medicine, addressing underlying causes, combination therapies, clinical trials, and ethical considerations. Each section contributes to a comprehensive understanding of the evolving landscape and sets the stage for potential future directions in pediatric heart failure care.
Source: Cureus
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.51913
Institutions: Shree Krishna Hospital, Bhaikaka University
Language: English
Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4390737142