Patient's question:
Doctor, my older nephew is 2 years old. It seems he has been diagnosed with a congenital heart disease called atrial septal defect. This is a problem with the heart! He's so young and already has this condition. It's truly terrifying. I want to ask how to deal with atrial septal defect in congenital heart disease?Doctor's answer:
Congenital heart disease, atrial septal defect, is an abnormality in heart development, where the septum doesn't close again after birth. Over time, it can lead to abnormal heart function and symptoms of weakness. If a child experiences changes in hemodynamics and regurgitation, it can result in further structural changes in the heart. Therefore, timely intervention through catheter closure or surgical repair to close the defect is necessary.