Patient's question:
A congenital secondary atrial septal defect of 3.1 mm will it heal on its own if left untreated? Is the constant crying during feeding the reason for the defect?? At what age is it best to have surgery if it needs to be performed? Please have the experts answer!Doctor's answer:
Congenital heart disease is the most common type of heart disease in infants and young children.Congenital heart disease is the most common type of heart disease in infants and young children.
According to your condition, your son currently has a congenital secondary atrial septal defect of 3.1 mm. Since it is a secondary atrial septal defect, the likelihood of spontaneous healing is relatively low. The feeding distress should be less related to the atrial septal defect, and surgery is best scheduled after the age of 3.
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