Heart conditions: Acquired

The heart is a vital organ that sits between the lungs in your chest. It pumps blood around the body through a network a blood vessels (arteries and veins). Learn about the heart’s anatomy, its role in the body and how it works.

With cardiomyopathy the muscle of the heart is affected and is no longer able to pump effectively. Find information on the different types of cardiomyopathy and how it is treated.

Infective endocarditis occurs when germs get into the blood and lodge inside the heart. Learn how this condition is diagnosed and how it is treated.

Pulmonary hypertension occurs when there is high pressure in the artery carrying blood from the heart to the lungs. Learn about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment of this condition.

Learn about other types of acquired heart conditions such as congestive heart failure, hyperlipidemia, heart tumours and sudden cardiac death.

Read about the different health-care professionals and teams that will be involved with your child's care.