What Are The Complication Of Ventricular Septal Defect?
Health Encyclopedia: Ventricular Septal Defect
Ventricular septal defect describes one or more holes in the wall that separates the right and left ventricles of the heart. Ventricular septal defect is one of the most common congenital (present from birth) heart defects.
Alternative Names
VSD; Interventricular septal defect
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
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Ventricular septal defect
...their own. For those defects that do not spontaneously close, the outcome is good with surgical repair. Complications may result if a large defect is not treated. Complications ... Read more »ECG
Electrocardiogram; EKG Normal Values Heart rate: 50 to 100 beats per minute. Rhythm: consistent and even. What abnormal results... Read more »Ventricular septal defect
VSD; Interventricular septal defect Prevention Except for the case of heart attack associated VSD, this condition is always present at birth. Drinking alcohol... Read more »Ventricular septal defect
VSD; Interventricular septal defect Symptoms Shortness of breath Fast breathing Hard breathing Paleness Failure to gain weight Fast heart... Read more »Depression Medications, Antidepressants, Suicide Risk
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