High cholesterol in children is usually silent but can significantly affect long-term heart health. Some cases are inherited, particularly familial hypercholesterolaemia (FH), and need early diagnosis and expert care. This page explains the different types, why cholesterol matters in childhood, how children are identified, and what treatment involves.
Coronary artery anomalies are uncommon but important heart conditions in which the arteries that supply blood to the heart develop abnormally. Some are harmless, while others require careful monitoring or treatment. Early diagnosis is essential to keep children safe and active.
Restrictive cardiomyopathy is a rare heart muscle condition in which the heart becomes stiff and struggles to fill with blood. Early recognition, expert diagnosis and careful long-term management are essential. This page explains the condition clearly for parents, covering symptoms, investigations, treatment, and what to expect over time.
Truncus arteriosus is a rare congenital heart condition where a baby is born with a single artery instead of two. Early diagnosis and surgery are essential, and outcomes are often very good with specialist care. This page explains the condition clearly, from diagnosis and surgery through to long-term follow-up and what families can expect at every stage.
Dilated cardiomyopathy in children can cause breathlessness, fatigue, and heart failure, but outcomes vary far more widely than most families expect. Dr Alessandro Giardini explains the causes, symptoms by age, diagnosis, treatment, and what to expect at each stage of care.
Is your child breathless during exercise? Learn the common causes, warning signs, and when a paediatric cardiology review in London may be helpful.