Surviving Pediatric Cardiogenic Shock: Clinical Approach, Improving Outcomes, and Future Directions: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

This scientific statement from the American Heart Association addresses the urgent need to improve outcomes in pediatric cardiogenic shock, a condition associated with high morbidity and mortality. The authors aim to establish a diagnostic framework and severity staging for clinicians, while also proposing strategies for timely diagnosis, management, and monitoring of affected children. Additionally, they highlight future research directions, including the development of clinical decision tools and the role of multidisciplinary teams in enhancing care for these patients.