Dr. Nayan Banerji
MBBS, MD, DNB, DM (Paediatric Cardiology)
Mon 4pm-6pm
Paediatric Cardiology
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Paediatric Cardiology
The department of Paediatric cardiology at Kothari Medical Centre is a medical specialty that focuses on detecting and treating cardiac diseases in newborns, children, and adolescents. Treatment options offered here range from medication and lifestyle changes to surgical procedures, with the primary goal of ensuring young patients’ optimal heart health and well-being. Regular monitoring and early intervention are critical for success in paediatric cardiology.
Our professional team is dedicated to offering individualised treatment plans and creating a supportive atmosphere for young patients and their families. Through innovation and skill, we seek to ensure the best cardiac health for our community’s youngest members.
Echocardiography: Using ultrasound to create images of the heart.
Electrocardiography (ECG or EKG): Recording the electrical activity of the heart.
Holter monitoring: Continuous ECG monitoring over a 24-hour period.
Stress testing: Evaluating the heart's response to physical activity.
Chest X-rays: To visualize the heart and lungs.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT) scans: Advanced imaging techniques for detailed views of the heart and blood vessels.
Medication management: Prescribing medications to manage heart conditions.
Interventional cardiology procedures: Non-surgical procedures to treat certain heart conditions, such as balloon angioplasty or stent placement.
Electrophysiology studies: Evaluating and treating abnormal heart rhythms.
Collaboration with pediatric cardiothoracic surgeons for surgical interventions when necessary.
MBBS, MD, DNB, DM (Paediatric Cardiology)
Mon 4pm-6pm
Paediatric Cardiology
The paediatric cardiology section focuses on diagnosing and treating cardiac diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. Services include congenital heart defect examinations, echocardiograms, electrocardiograms (ECGs), Holter monitoring, and care of various cardiac disorders in paediatric patients.
Non-invasive testing such as echocardiograms and electrocardiograms are commonly used to diagnose congenital cardiac abnormalities. These tests enable paediatric cardiologists to evaluate the anatomy and function of the heart, identify problems, and devise effective treatment programmes.
Although symptoms might vary, common signs of heart problems in children include difficulties feeding, low weight gain, fast breathing, persistent cough, cyanosis (bluish colouring of the skin), and fainting. If parents observe any uncommon symptoms in their kid, they should contact their paediatrician, who may refer them to a paediatric cardiologist for additional evaluation.
Treatment is determined by the individual cardiac disease found. Some diseases may resolve on their own, whilst others may necessitate medication, surgical intervention, or catheter-based therapies. Paediatric cardiologists collaborate with other specialists to create comprehensive, individualised treatment strategies for each child.
If parents observe any alarming symptoms or have a family history of cardiac problems, they should see their paediatrician at once. The paediatrician may refer the kid to a paediatric cardiologist for additional evaluation and diagnostic tests. Early detection and intervention can dramatically improve the results for children with cardiac problems.
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