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Ventricular Septal Defect Vsd Treatment

Ventricular Septal Defect VSD Closure

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Ventricular Septal Defect Closure (VSD closure) is a surgical procedure to treat the heart affected by a ventricular septal defect. VSD is defined as the presence of a hole between the two lower chambers of the heart (the left and right ventricles). It is one of the most common diseases present at birth. Instead of flowing to the rest of the body, blood in this disease leaks backwards, from the left side of the heart to the right. The heart will try to compensate by enlarging if there is a lot of blood leakage. This may lead to heart failure and high blood pressure in the lungs.

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The majority of ventricular septal defects are found in children when a physical examination reveals a murmur or additional heart sound. Sometimes, patients with ventricular septal defects may not have any symptoms. However, if the hole is large enough, symptoms may include:

  • Fatigue
  • Sweating
  • Rapid breathing
  • Heavy breathing
  • Disinterest in feeding, or tiring while feeding
  • Poor weight gain

Your doctor will check your heart condition, the need for surgery, and the risks and complications associated with the procedure. You need to follow some protocols:

  • Quit smoking and drinking alcohol for at least one week before the procedure.
  • Tell your doctor about the medications that you take, any previous disorders, and known allergies.
  • You will be asked to avoid certain medications for 5-7 days, including anticoagulants (blood-thinning medicines) and some heart medication, as recommended by your doctor.
  • You may expect some of the following diagnostic tests before surgery: Chest X-ray, Electrocardiogram (ECG), blood tests, and Echocardiogram.

There are three methods to treat VSD which involve medications, Traditional Surgery, and Minimally Invasive Surgery.

  • Medications: Medicines can not repair VSD but help treat symptoms of VSD and reduce further risks and complications.

  • Traditional VSD Closure: The surgeon will cut down the middle of the chest and separate the breastbone to access the heart. A heart-lung machine that pumps blood and serves as the patient's heart and lungs during the procedure will be attached to it. The surgical site can be immediately stitched, or the incision can be covered with a tightly woven patch composed of synthetic surgical material. Heart tissue will gradually develop over a patched area of the heart until the entire hole is filled up with healthy heart-lining tissue.

  • Minimally Invasive VSD Closure: This is an alternative to traditional VSD closure surgery; a minimally invasive procedure may be considered. During this procedure, the surgeon will insert a thin, flexible tube (catheter) into a blood vessel in the upper thigh and guide the catheter to the heart defect. A specially sized wire mesh implant will be passed through the catheter and plugged into the hole to permanently block blood from passing through the VSD.

 

  • You will be brought to a recovery area for observation and monitoring following the surgery. Depending on your condition before surgery, you may need to stay in the hospital for five to seven days.
  • Your healthcare team will discuss with you on preventing blows to the chest as the incision heals, limiting activity, bathing, and other information needed to help you during your recovery.
  • The incision site will likely continue to be painful for some time.
  • Steer clear of activities that involve lifting, pushing, tugging, or shoving as they can interfere with the heart's ability to mend and make it work harder. Avoid heavy and vigorous activities for at least 6 weeks.
  • Clean the incision site every day with soap and water.
  • Avoid applying cream, lotion, or powder to the site so that the incision site may remain dry. Please contact your doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection.
  • To allow the wound in your chest to heal, avoid driving for at least six weeks, or do as your doctor instructs.
  • You will need to heal at home for about four weeks.

The following are among the risks associated with closing a ventricular septal defect:

  • Excessive bleeding
  • Infection
  • Infection of the outer lining of the heart (pericarditis)
  • Adverse reaction to the medication given
  • Arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat)
  • Blood clots that can lead to stroke, heart attack, or other problems
  • Complications from anaesthesia

Congenital cardiac illnesses can be successfully treated with VSD Closure, which has a high closure rate and improves cardiac function and symptoms.

You need to call your doctor if you have conditions, such as:

  • Bleeding, new bruising, or swelling at the incision site
  • Infection symptoms include redness, discharge, or fever
  • Chest pain or shortness of breath


 

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