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Ventricular Septal Defect Surgery in Bhubaneswar

Ventricular Septal Defect VSD Closure

Ventricular Septal Defect Surgery in Bhubaneswar

At Manipal Hospitals in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, our Cardiology department specialises in the closure of ventricular septal defects (VSD), a common congenital heart defect where there is a hole in the wall (septum) that separates the heart's lower chambers (ventricles). This condition can lead to abnormal blood flow between the ventricles, potentially causing complications such as heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other cardiovascular issues.

Ventricular septal defect surgery in Bhubaneswar is a procedure aimed at repairing this defect to restore normal blood circulation within the heart. Depending on the size and location of the defect, as well as the patient’s overall health, the closure can be performed through Open-heart surgery or a less invasive catheter-based procedure.

In surgical VSD Closure, the surgeon makes an incision in the chest to access the heart and sews a patch over the hole to close it. In catheter-based VSD Closure, a catheter is inserted through a blood vessel and guided to the heart, where a device is deployed to seal the defect without the need for a large incision. 

Ventricular septal defect surgery in Bhubaneswar

FAQ's

Surgery might be needed for medium or large VSDs or those causing severe symptoms. Babies often have the procedure within their first year. A surgeon may close small ventricular septal defects if they could damage nearby heart parts.

Ventricular septal defect repairs include: 

 

  • Open cardiac surgery: When it comes to fixing most ventricular septal abnormalities, this is the recommended method. A surgeon uses sutures or a patch to seal the opening between the lower heart chambers. A chest incision and a heart-lung machine are necessary for this kind of VSD surgery.

 

  • Catheter surgery: Without requiring open-heart surgery, certain ventricular septal abnormalities can be fixed with thin, flexible tubes called catheters. A medical professional inserts a catheter into a blood vessel, usually in the groyne, and guides it to the heart. To seal the opening, a little instrument is put through the catheter.

 

Regular checkups after Ventricular Septal Defect Surgery are crucial, ideally by a heart doctor. These checkups often include imaging tests to monitor the surgery's success.

A ventricular septal defect (VSD) can be repaired with a minimally invasive treatment called a Catheter-Based VSD Closure. A catheter is inserted into blood veins and advanced to the heart, where a device is positioned to seal the septal hole. As Open Cardiac surgery is avoided with this technique, recovery times are shortened and problems are decreased. It is frequently applied to patients who are more vulnerable to standard surgery or smaller problems. Usually, the process is finished in a lab for Cardiac Catheterisation.

VSD closure therapies carry some hazards, much like any other procedure. Typical dangers may consist of:

  • Hypersensitivity response to the dye employed in the treatment

  • Arrhythmia, the term for an irregular heartbeat

  • Bruising

  • Bleeding 

  • Infection

  • Embolus, which happens when a blood clot or air bubble stops a small blood vessel's blood flow

  • Device dislodges

  • Very rarely, death

Before consenting, your doctor will explain any risks. Feel free to ask your medical team any questions or share your concerns. You'll sign a consent document before the procedure.

Each approach to VSD repair has a different recovery. While surgical repairs may take three to eight weeks, Transcatheter procedures often give shorter recovery durations, usually in days or weeks. Recovery from more involved surgery might take up to eight weeks. For information on when it's appropriate for your child to resume sports, creche, or school, speak with their healthcare provider. After surgery, most patients see a considerable improvement in their quality of life as their symptoms lessen or go away. 

  • Small VSDs that don't close rarely cause long-term problems, but some may require lifelong monitoring.

  • VSDs in children typically close on their own or after surgery without the need for medication or restrictions.

  • Untreated large or moderate VSDs can affect a baby's growth, mental development, and immunity by increasing the risk of heart failure and infection.

  • High pulmonary pressure over time can lead to permanent heart failure and a bluish skin colour (cyanosis).

  • Early detection and treatment of large VSDs can ensure a normal life.

  • Proper vaccinations and a healthy diet are crucial for the growth of affected infants. 

Lifestyle changes enhance the recovery process and also prevent further complications. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle by: 

 

  • Prevent infections: To stay healthy and prevent a heart condition called endocarditis, brush your teeth and floss regularly. Also, go to the dentist for checkups. Patients with low oxygen levels resulting from a large ventricular septal defect (VSD) or a newly corrected VSD may require antibiotics before undergoing dental procedures.

  • Exercise: Although some may need to restrict intense activities, most people with VSD can lead active lives. Talk to your doctor about safe physical activities and sports.

  • Pregnancy: Talk to your doctor about VSD risks if you're expecting or have a child. Large, untreated VSDs and illnesses like Eisenmenger syndrome are high-risk. Small or treated VSDs are usually low-risk.

 

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