The most common
types include:
• Atrial Septal
Defect (ASD)
• Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)
These openings
allow blood to flow abnormally between heart chambers, which may affect heart
function over time.
When is surgery recommended?
Surgical
closure may be recommended in cases such as:
• Large heart
defects
• Symptoms such as shortness of breath or fatigue
• Effects on heart or lung function
• When catheter-based closure is not suitable
How is the procedure performed?
The procedure
typically involves:
• Surgically
accessing the heart
• Identifying the septal opening
• Closing the defect with sutures or a special patch
• Restoring normal blood flow within the heart
Benefits of the procedure
Surgical
closure helps to:
• Improve blood
flow within the heart
• Reduce strain on the heart and lungs
• Relieve symptoms such as shortness of breath
• Lower the risk of future complications
Recovery
After surgery,
patients usually require:
• Monitoring in
the hospital
• Regular medical follow-up
• Gradual recovery depending on the patient’s condition
A Message to Patients
If you are
diagnosed with a heart septal defect,
early evaluation can help determine the most appropriate treatment to protect
long-term heart health.