Dr. Gulendam Kocak

Conditons treated by Dr. Gulendam Kocak

We have outlined for you the many cardiac conditions in children for which you must visit Dr. Gulendam Kocak

• Patent Foramen Ovale
• Atrial Septal Defect
• Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Immediate intervention is requited for heart conditions in children as if left unattended for a long time they can be life threatening as well. Both structural issues from birth and electrical system issues which affect the heartbeat are found in children having heart conditions. Beginning at and continuing since birth is a term which refers to congenital or structural heart defects in children.

Signs and symptoms to look after before consulting Dr Gulendam Kocak

There are several signs and symptoms linked to pediatric cardiac conditions like,

• Shortness of breath
• Pale skin
• Difficulty feeding (especially becoming sweaty during feeds)
• Poor growth
• Fatigue
• Blue colour around the lips and blue skin (cyanosis)

Two of the most characteristic symptoms of heart conditions in children are rapid breathing and rapid heartbeat. Some more complications of congenital heart issues are as follows:

1. Hindrance in growth and development
2. Repeated respiratory tract infections (RTIs) – infections of the sinuses, throat, airways or lungs
3. Heart infection (endocarditis)
4. Pulmonary hypertension
5. Heart failure

When the symptoms in children start appearing early in it is a reflection on the severity of the defect whereas milder conditions mean symptoms can appear later part of childhood like teenage or early adulthood.

Operating Hours of Dr Gulendam Kocak

The symptoms can show as late as late childhood or teenage years but when they are seen early on it means the heart condition is more severe. The doctor's operating hours are 6 days a week, 9 am to 6 pm with Sunday an off day.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Gulendam Kocak

Popular procedures performed by Dr. Gulendam Kocak are as follows:

• PDA Closure
• Balloon Atrial Septostomy

In addition to medical treatments, the doctor also manages various conditions as outlined here:

1. Arrhythmia treatments (radiofrequency ablation therapy, pacemakers and defibrillator management)
2. Intracardiac electrophysiology study (EPS)
3. Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS)
4. Cardiac emergencies
5. Prescribing medications and suggesting lifestyle changes

It is heart (cardiothoracic) surgeon or congenital cardiac surgeon who perform the procedure with the doctor as a team.

Qualification

• Hacettepe University School of Medicine - Medical School
• Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Department of Child Health and Diseases - Specialization

Past Experiences

• Professor - Ankara University School of Medicine, Department of Child Health and Diseases, Pediatric Cardiology Department, 2002 - 2008