The causes of heart failure in children differ significantly from adults. The most common causes include:
Congenital heart defects: Structural abnormalities present at birth can impair heart function. Cardiomyopathies: Diseases of the heart muscle can lead to impaired heart pumping ability. Myocarditis: Inflammation of the heart muscle, often due to viral infections, can lead to heart failure. Arrhythmias: Abnormal heart rhythms can affect the heart's ability to pump blood effectively. Acquired heart diseases: Conditions like Kawasaki disease and rheumatic heart disease can also lead to heart failure in children.
