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Getting to the Heart of Pediatric COVID: Risks and Signs of Cardiac Issues

UCSF pediatric cardiologist Kishor Avasarala, MD, discusses how pediatricians can ensure appropriate cardiac care for children infected with COVID-19. He clarifies keys to understanding MIS-C (such as illness phases and age group factors), as well as testing parameters and follow-up essentials. Bonus: how to safeguard a return to sports for kids who’ve had COVID.    

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Kishor Avasarala, MD.

Kishor Avasarala, MD

Director, Pediatric Electrophysiology, Pediatric Cardiologist, Division of Cardiology

Kishor Avasarala, MD, is an expert in pediatric cardiology with a particular emphasis in electrophysiology. This subspecialty addresses the heart's electrical problems. Depending on the condition, medication or defibrillators may be used ...

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