This review provides a simplified comprehensive update on cardiac murmurs and associated conditions in neonates and children.
A systematic approach to the management of patients with atrial fibrillation, including the initial investigations required, rhythm versus rate control and anticoagulation for stroke prevention.
Myocarditis and pericarditis need to be considered as a differential, especially in adolescents or young adults presenting with acute chest pain, shortness of breath or palpitations.
This paper provides an overview on the management of adult patients with repaired tetralogy of Fallot and emphasises the need for specialist follow-up.
Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) is a percutaneous procedure that is now the recommended treatment for elderly patients with severe aortic stenosis who are suitable for intervention.
Patients with symptoms of possible acute coronary syndrome require careful risk stratification usually requiring urgent referral to hospital.