Patient's question:
Patient gender: FemalePatient age: 6 months
Main symptoms: None
Onset time: 2 months
Laboratory test results: No history of treatment and its effectiveness:
Doctor's answer:
Hello, Endocardial Fibroelastosis (EFE) is also known as Endocardial Sclerosis in children. Its main pathological change is the proliferation of subendocardial elastic fibers and collagen fibers, with the disease primarily affecting the left ventricle. Most cases occur before the age of one, and the cause or etiology has not yet been fully clarified. Some believe it may be related to viral infections, myocardial ischemia or hypoxia, or genetic and metabolic disorders. Treatment is primarily symptomatic, with digitalis used to control heart failure, which has a relatively good effect. A significant portion of children can achieve clinical remission. For those with a chance of recovery, it is recommended that parents seek timely treatment at a specialized hospital. If the child has a respiratory infection, early treatment is necessary. Hope this helps! ydd