Catheter Treatment for Pediatric Heart Disease

Annually, 181 cases (2023 data) of catheter treatment for pediatric heart disease are performed, characterized by extensive treatment experience.

Program details

Atrial Septal Defect: Catheter-based device closure surgery without thoracotomy
Patent Ductus Arteriosus: Catheter-based device closure surgery without thoracotomy
Pulmonary Artery Stenosis: Catheter-based percutaneous pulmonary angioplasty
Arrhythmia: Treatment with Catheter Ablation

Providing Medical Institution

National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center (NCVC)

〒564-8565
6-1 Kishibeshinmachi, Suita, Osaka

Google Map https://www.ncvc.go.jp/

Specialty

・Specializes in both cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, with a comprehensive approach that includes prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and the development of innovative therapies.
・Offers a wide range of advanced health screening programs, including the Advanced Cardiovascular Health Screening Program, designed for the early detection of cardiovascular diseases.
・Provides highly specialized care in areas such as ventricular assist devices (VADs) and heart transplantation, stroke, lifestyle-related diseases, pediatric cardiovascular disorders, obstetrics and gynecology, and preventive health screening.
National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center – Advancing Cardiovascular Medicine

The National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center (NCVC) is Japan's leading national center dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and research of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.

The hospital's five core principles are:

1.To provide model cardiovascular care and world-leading advanced medical treatment.
2.To deliver safe, high-quality healthcare based on transparency and the highest ethical standards.
3.To promote cutting-edge cardiovascular research through close integration of the hospital and research institute.
4.To educate and develop specialists and future leaders in cardiovascular medicine.
5.To foster a workplace where all staff can work with pride, purpose, and professional fulfillment.

In the era of the 100-year lifespan, NCVC places patients' values at the center of care. Through a multidisciplinary team approach, it provides comprehensive cardiovascular care throughout every stage of life—from disease prevention and acute treatment to rehabilitation and long-term health management.

Eligibility Criteria/Exclusions for Treatment

Medical history, treatment history, and diagnostic information (X-ray images, ECG, echocardiography, cardiac catheterization, etc.)

Precautions / Contraindications

Whether treatment is applicable will be determined based on preliminary documents and examinations at our hospital.