Doctors For Atrial Septal Defect In Wah Cantt

An atrial septal defect is a space in the wall between your heart's two upper chambers (atria). The disorder is present from birth (congenital). Small flaws may be discovered by chance and never cause a problem. Some small atrial septal defects close during childhood or infancy. The hole increases the flow of blood through the lungs. A large, long-standing atrial septal defect can cause heart and lung damage. To avoid complications, atrial septal defects may require surgery or device closure.

Treatment

Treatment may include:

• Medical monitoring
• Medications
• Surgery
• Cardiac catheterization
• Open heart surgery