Pediatric Cardiology

Specialized heart care for newborns, infants, children and adolescents with congenital
and acquired cardiac diseases.

The Pediatric Cardiology department provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment for
children with suspected or known heart problems – from fetal life through adolescence.

Our team focuses on early diagnosis of congenital heart disease, monitoring growth and
development, and providing long-term follow-up so that children can lead active and
healthy lives.

Our Pediatric Cardiology Consultant


Dr. Kalyanraddi Chikkagoudar
DNB (Pediatrics), DNB (Pediatric Cardiology)
Consultant Pediatric Cardiologist

Dr. Kalyanraddi Chikkagoudar is trained in the diagnosis and management of complex
congenital and acquired heart diseases in children. He works closely with
neonatologists, pediatricians, cardiac surgeons and intensivists to provide
coordinated care for every child.

Detailed counselling is provided to parents regarding the nature of the heart
condition, treatment options and long-term outlook.

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Key Services
Fetal Echocardiography
Pediatric Echocardiography
Screening for Congenital Heart Disease
Pediatric Cardiac Catheterization (where applicable)
Follow-up of Operated Heart Defects
Pre-operative & Post-operative Cardiac Evaluation

Technical Equipment & Facilities

Our Pediatric Cardiology unit is equipped with dedicated child-friendly cardiac
technology to ensure accurate diagnosis and safe treatment for newborns, infants and
older children.

• High-resolution pediatric echocardiography machines with 2D, M-mode and Doppler.
• Specialized pediatric ECG machines with small-size electrodes and leads.
• Fetal echocardiography and Doppler ultrasound systems for in-utero screening.
• Pediatric Holter monitors and ambulatory blood pressure monitoring devices.
• Neonatal and pediatric cardiac ICU with multiparameter monitors and ventilators.
• Pulse oximetry and non-invasive monitoring tailored for low-birth-weight babies.

Illustrative view of pediatric cardiac diagnostic equipment.


Conditions We Treat

• Congenital heart defects (holes in the heart, septal defects)
• Blue baby (cyanotic) heart diseases
• Abnormal heart valves in children
• Cardiomyopathy and weak heart pumping function
• Rheumatic heart disease

• Heart rhythm (rate and rhythm) abnormalities
• Chest pain or syncope (fainting) suspected to be cardiac
• Heart disease in premature and low-birth-weight babies
• High blood pressure in children
• Family screening when parents or siblings have heart disease

When Should You Consult a Pediatric Cardiologist?

• Baby has bluish lips, tongue or nails (cyanosis).
• Difficulty in feeding, excessive sweating or poor weight gain.
• Fast breathing or repeated chest infections.
• Heart murmur detected by your pediatrician.
• Child complains of chest pain, palpitations or episodes of fainting.
• Abnormal findings on screening echocardiogram done during pregnancy.

Why Choose Arogyadhama Hospital for Pediatric Cardiac Care?

• Dedicated pediatric cardiology clinics with child-friendly environment.
• Advanced echocardiography and diagnostic facilities.
• Multidisciplinary team approach for complex heart diseases.
• Comprehensive pre-surgery and post-surgery follow-up programs.
• Compassionate counselling and support for parents and caregivers.