A ventricular septal defect (VSD) is a common congenital heart defect where the septum dividing the heart’s pumping chambers is incomplete, causing a hole. Large VSDs can cause immediate problems, while small ones may close on their own. Diagnosis involves non-invasive tests, and moderate to large VSDs may require surgery. There is no known definitive […]
An atrial septal defect (ASD) occurs when part of the wall that separates the two upper chambers of the heart does not form properly. It is classified based on the location and size of the hole in the septum. While some small ASDs close on their own, larger ones may require surgery or the use […]
A ventricular septal aneurysm is a bulge in the ventricular septum, which can be caused by a congenital condition or cardiac trauma. Symptoms include heart murmurs and rapid breathing. Magnetic resonance angiography is used to diagnose it, and surgery is the primary treatment. A ventricular septal aneurysm is a type of heart aneurysm. This type […]
