Patient's question:
At birth, it was found that the foramen ovale was not closed. The doctor recommended waiting until the child was older to have surgery. Now the child is two years old, and their physical health is not good at all. They are prone to catching colds and fever, and both their weight and height are lower than those of their peers.Doctor's answer:
Congenital heart disease can be treated, and older children may experience delayed growth and development. In most cases, it can be surgically cured now. However, it should be done as early as possible. If the heart has already undergone changes in heart rhythm and cardiac function, surgery cannot be performed.