Patient's question:
After getting married for two years, my husband and I had a child. We were all very happy at first, but later, during a thorough medical check-up at the hospital, they said she had congenital heart disease, specifically an atrial septal defect. They advised us to try our best to have the child receive timely treatment as soon as possible. How should an atrial septal defect be treated?Doctor's answer:
Atrial septal defect in children is a type of congenital heart disease, and the condition is quite serious. If not treated actively, it can easily affect the normal function of the heart, impact a child's growth and development, and in severe cases, even be life-threatening. It is essential to take the child to a reputable private hospital's cardiothoracic surgery department for follow-up treatment in a timely manner. Specialized doctors will choose an appropriate time for surgical treatment based on the actual condition, as this is the most effective approach.