Paediatric cardiology focuses on diagnosing and treating heart conditions in newborns, infants, and children, including congenital heart defects, rhythm disorders, and structural abnormalities.

Common conditions include Tetralogy of Fallot, atrial septal defect (ASD), ventricular septal defect (VSD), transposition of the great arteries (TGA), and valve abnormalities.

Doctors use tests like echocardiograms, electrocardiograms (ECG), chest X-rays, and sometimes cardiac MRI or catheterization to diagnose heart issues in children.

Yes, when performed by experienced pediatric cardiac surgeons, heart surgery is generally safe and has high success rates. The risks depend on the child’s condition and overall health.

Some heart defects can be managed with medications or minimally invasive procedures like catheter-based interventions, depending on the type and severity of the condition.