Dr Hatipoglu authors a highly-cited research paper on stress imaging in paediatric cardiology

Kent and London are proud to share that Dr Suzan Hatipglu’s latest contribution to the world of cardiology research - a review published in European Heart Journal – Cardiovascular Imaging on stress imaging in paediatric and congenital heart disease.

In this paper, Dr Hatipolgu and colleagues focus on a core principle that matters more than ever in paediatric cardiology: personalised care. Stress imaging is not a one-size-fits-all investigation. The choice of modality and stress method should be tailored to the individual patient, their anatomy, age, symptoms, and—most importantly—the specific clinical question we are trying to answer.

The review provides practical, clinically driven guidance on:

• Selecting the right stress modality (exercise vs pharmacological)

• Choosing between stress echocardiography and stress CMR

• Matching imaging strategies to specific indications such as coronary anomalies, Kawasaki disease, LVOT obstruction, valvular disease, and pulmonary hypertension

• Balancing diagnostic yield with patient experience, safety, and feasibility

The aim of this practical approach was to bridge evidence with real-world practice and support clinicians in making informed, patient-centred decisions when assessing functional significance and myocardial ischaemia in children and patients with congenital heart disease.

Commenting on the publication, Dr Hatipoglu said: “I am grateful to an outstanding group of co-authors for the collaboration, and hope this review will be a useful reference for teams working in this challenging and rewarding field.”