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(Q21.0) Ventricular septal defect
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2 322 109 in individuals diagnosis ventricular septal defect confirmed
27 613 deaths with diagnosis ventricular septal defect
1% mortality rate associated with the disease ventricular septal defect
Diagnosis ventricular septal defect is diagnosed Women are 6.95% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis ventricular septal defect
14 866 (1.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis ventricular septal defect
12 747 (1.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease ventricular septal defect - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features ventricular septal defect
Absence or low individual and public risk
Ventricular septal defect - what does this mean
Ventricular septal defect (vsd) is a hole in the wall (septum) between the two ventricles of the heart. this hole allows oxygen-rich blood from the left ventricle to mix with oxygen-poor blood from the right ventricle, reducing the efficiency of the heart's pumping action. vsds can be caused by genetic factors, infections, or trauma.
What happens during the disease - ventricular septal defect
Ventricular septal defect (vsd) is a congenital heart defect in which there is an abnormal opening in the wall (septum) that separates the two lower chambers of the heart (the ventricles). this opening allows oxygen-rich blood from the left ventricle to flow into the right ventricle, instead of flowing out to the body, leading to an increase in the volume of blood being pumped to the lungs. over time, this can lead to an overload on the right side of the heart and can cause symptoms such as shortness of breath, fatigue, and difficulty with exercise.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Echocardiogram
- Chest X-ray
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Cardiac catheterization
- Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
- Fetal echocardiogram (for diagnosis during pregnancy)
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To close the ventricular septal defect and reduce the risk of complications.
- Prescription of medications to reduce symptoms and improve heart function.
- Surgery to close the defect.
- Monitoring of the heart rhythm and blood pressure.
- Regular check-ups to monitor the progress of the treatment.
- Lifestyle changes to reduce the risk of complications.
- Counseling and support to help manage stress and anxiety.
12 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Ventricular septal defect - Prevention
Ventricular septal defect can be prevented by avoiding risk factors such as smoking, alcohol consumption, and drug use during pregnancy. taking folic acid before and during pregnancy can also help reduce the risk. additionally, regular prenatal care can help detect and treat any abnormalities before birth.