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Ventricular Septal Defect VSD Treatment

Ventricular Septal Defect VSD Closure

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Ventricular Septal Defects (VSDs) exist in different sizes, and generally, the larger ones pose a greater risk of complications. If the defect's increased blood flow is not corrected, it may put undue strain on the heart and result in consequences including heart failure or elevated blood pressure in the lungs. For bigger or symptomatic VSDs, Ventricular septal defect surgery in Kolkata might be required to avoid these consequences. However, as the child grows, many smaller VSDs, particularly those close to the top of the ventricular septum, may close on their own. Routine monitoring and medical supervision are essential to ensure proper care and prompt action if necessary.
 

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A ventricular septal defect causes a leak between the lower chambers of the heart, impairing the heart's ability to pump blood efficiently. Normal circulation involves the right ventricle sending blood to the lungs with low oxygen content and the left ventricle pumping blood rich in oxygen to the body. Oxygen-poor and oxygen-rich blood mix in the right ventricle of a patient with ventricular septal defect due to increased pressure in the left ventricle. This causes the volume of blood in the lungs to grow, which, if unchecked, could result in consequences like heart failure or lung damage. For bigger VSDs, surgical intervention may be necessary to avoid these problems.

Ventricular septal defects are very common congenital cardiac abnormalities, occurring in around one-third to 1% of newborns. Nonetheless, during childhood, VSDs close on their own in most cases (approximately 90% of cases resolve without intervention). Adult diagnosis of VSD is therefore uncommon as a result of this natural closure process. Ventriculoventricular septal tears, brought on by heart attacks, are extremely uncommon in the context of contemporary heart attack therapies. Less than 1% of heart attacks occur now due to VSRs, which is a reflection of improvements in cardiac care and strategies meant to reduce these problems. 
 

Four primary types of ventricular septal defects can be distinguished by their location and characteristics. About 80% of cases are of the membranous type, which is most prevalent and occurs in the top part of the ventricular wall. Twenty percent or so of cases are muscular VSDs, which frequently involve numerous holes in the ventricular wall. When blood enters the ventricles through an inlet VSD, it does so below the tricuspid and mitral valves. Conoventricular defects, also known as outlet VSDs, arise immediately before the aortic and pulmonary valves, requiring blood to pass through the defect before reaching these valves.
 

Moderate to massive VSD in neonates can mimic heart failure symptoms such as:

  • Dyspnea, which can manifest as rapid or laboured breathing
  • Fatigue or sweating when eating
  • Failure in growth (slow increase in weight)
  • Recurring infections of the respiratory system

In older children as well as adults, VSD can result in the following:

  • Experiencing tiredness or dyspnea during physical activity
  • Slightly increased chance of infection-related cardiac irritation
  • An extremely pale complexion or a bluish tint to the skin and lips (a condition known as cyanosis) may occur once Eisenmenger syndrome develops
     

Ventricular ventricular septal defects of moderate to large size are diagnosed by doctors based on physical examination, imaging testing, and symptoms. A stethoscope-detectable heart murmur is a common sign, particularly for bigger abnormalities. Even the magnitude of the VSD can be inferred from the characteristics of the murmur. On the other hand, tiny VSDs could go unnoticed if there are no obvious symptoms or indicators during a physical examination.
 

The patient is given general anaesthesia before the surgeon makes an incision in the chest to reach the heart during open-heart surgery for VSD closure. After that, the surgeon carefully repairs the VSD with stitches or a synthetic material patch. On the other hand, in transcatheter procedures, a catheter is guided to the heart by being put into a blood artery, usually in the groyne. By using this catheter, a plug or occluder can be inserted into the VSD site and deployed to seal the defect without requiring open cardiac surgery. When compared to open cardiac surgery, these minimally invasive methods frequently yield shorter recovery periods and a lower risk of problems.
 

Bleeding is a common adverse effect or consequence of transcatheter or surgical therapies for ventricular septal defects. Risks include infections, especially heart infections in the first six months after surgery. Another risk is the disruption of neighbouring heart valves, which could result in leaking. Abnormalities of the cardiac rhythm, such as arrhythmias or heart blocks, may require additional procedures, such as pacemaker implantation or continued drug maintenance. To address the closure of a recurrent hole, ensure good cardiac function, and reduce future issues, follow-up surgery may be necessary in some conditions.
 

You will be closely monitored for a while after VSD closure to make sure they heal and recover properly. Short-term to long-term hospital stays are typical, giving medical staff time to check vital signs, evaluate wound healing, and handle any issues that may arise after surgery. Patients may be given painkillers to ease their discomfort and antibiotics to protect against infections or other problems during this period. Furthermore, they might progressively return to their regular activities with the assistance of medical professionals.
 

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