This condition, also known as a hole in the heart,” is an abnormal opening in the wall of the right and left atria of the heart.
These are the upper chambers of the heart.
Atrial Septal Defect Murmur
This congenital disability creates abnormal blood flow through the heart. ASD can occur in a murmur that can be heard during an examination. It can be diagnosed with an echocardiogram.
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Types
Ostium primum
- These defects in the lower part of the atrial septum may occur with another congenital heart defect.
Ostium secundumis
- The standard type of ASD and appears in the middle of the wall between the atria (atrial septum).
Sinus venosus defect
- It appears in the upper part of the atrium septum.
Coronary sinus
Causes of atrial septal defect
- Idiopathic
- Genetic
- Environmental factor
Signs and symptoms of atrial septal defect
Risk factors
Diagnosis
- Electrocardiography
- Chest X-ray
- Echocardiography
- Cardiac catheterization
- CT Scan
- MRI
Management
Surgical management
- Open heart surgery.
- Cardiac catheterization.
Medical management
- Beta-blockers drugs
- Anticoagulants
Conclusion
Heart disease is a common health problem.
Some are due to heredity and cannot be prevented. In many cases, however, the person can take treatment measures to prevent heart disease, change your lifestyle and take protective food and exercise.
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