Treatment of ventricular septal defect in newborns

Treatments for neonatal ventricular septal defects mainly include medication, interventional therapy, and surgery. Medication is usually used for mild defects to reduce cardiac burden and control symptoms. Interventional therapy such as percutaneous closure is suitable for moderate defects, which is done by minimally invasive surgery to occlude the defect. Surgery is a common choice for severe defects, which require open-chest repair.

Ventricular septal defect refers to an abnormal hole in the wall between the left and right ventricles of the heart. This phenomenon may be related to genetic factors and infection or drug exposure during pregnancy. The blood mixing caused by the defect will increase the burden on the heart and may lead to heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, etc. Early detection and assessment of the condition can improve the treatment effect. In terms of drug treatment, doctors may prescribe diuretics and ACE inhibitors to relieve the burden on the heart and thus improve the condition. Interventional treatment is a very effective means to block the hole through a special umbrella-shaped device. For children with severe conditions, surgery is necessary, usually performed within 1 year of age to minimize the risk of complications.

Ventricular septal defect refers to an abnormal hole in the wall between the left and right ventricles of the heart. This phenomenon may be related to genetic factors and infection or drug exposure during pregnancy. The blood mixing caused by the defect will increase the burden on the heart and may lead to heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, etc. Early detection and assessment of the condition can improve the treatment effect. In terms of drug treatment, doctors may prescribe diuretics and ACE inhibitors to relieve the burden on the heart and thus improve the condition. Interventional treatment is a very effective means to block the hole through a special umbrella-shaped device. For children with severe conditions, surgery is necessary, usually performed within 1 year of age to minimize the risk of complications.

When considering treatment options, the doctor will decide the best option based on the size of the defect, location, and severity of symptoms. Parents should pay close attention to symptoms such as difficulty breathing and feeding in their children, and take their children for regular cardiac ultrasound examinations to monitor their condition. Postoperative care is also key to successful treatment, including strictly following the doctor's rehabilitation instructions, reasonably arranging the child's rest and activity time, and ensuring adequate nutritional intake. At the same time, timely vaccination to prevent further damage to the heart from infection can also help improve the overall prognosis.