Diagnosis of heart failure in children involves a combination of clinical evaluation, imaging studies, and laboratory tests. Key diagnostic tools include:
Echocardiogram: An ultrasound of the heart that provides information about heart structure and function. Electrocardiogram (ECG): Measures the electrical activity of the heart and identifies arrhythmias. Chest X-ray: Helps in assessing heart size and pulmonary congestion. Blood tests: Evaluate kidney and liver function, and measure biomarkers like B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP).
