- Female
- 6 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm really worried because my baby was born with a 3mm ASD and a 5mm VSD in their heart. Can you help me understand how risky this situation is for my baby?
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Risk depends on the location of the defect,weather it is locatetd in dominant or non dominant area and is it causing PAH etc., repeat 2D echo after 6 months of age and follow your doctors advice
Dr. Mubarak Suggests...
Consult a Paediatric Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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View allMy newborn baby was born at 34 weeks and has a 5mm VSD. She only weighs 900g right now. Will the hole close on its own as she grows or will she need surgery? If surgery is needed, what's a rough estimate of the cost?
cardiologist opinion is advised.
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I'm really worried about my daughter who's 81 days old. She has a PDA of 3.2mm as per her recent echo report, but last month it was 3.7mm. Her breathing isn't normal during feeding times. Do you think the PDA can close on its own, or should we be considering surgery? If surgery is needed, are there any long-term health issues we should be concerned about? I'd really appreciate some guidance on this.
considering the improvement from 3.7mm in the previous month, the decision for closure can be made based on various factors such as symptoms and overall health condition. If the breathing condition is abnormal during feeding, it may indicate the need for intervention. If surgical closure is recommended, it is generally a safe procedure with low risk. Some potential complications after PDA closure surgery may include infection, bleeding, or rare instances of residual shunting. However, the benefits of closing a significant PDA usually outweigh the risks. One commonly prescribed medication post-PDA closure surgery is Ibuprofen at a dosage of 10 mgkgdose every 6 hours for 3 doses, followed by 5 mgkgdose every 6 hours for 48 hours. This helps in reducing inflammation and promoting closure of the ductus arteriosus. It is important to follow up with your pediatric cardiologist for regular check-ups and monitoring to ensure proper healing and development. If you notice any concerning symptoms or changes in your daughter's health, do not hesitate to seek medical attention.
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My son was born in September 2018 and is now 3 years 2 months old. In May 2021, we found out he has an 8mm hole in his heart, and it still hasn't closed as per his September report. We're worried if it will close on its own or if he needs surgery. Could this affect his health or life in the long run? What should we do next?
An 8mm hole in the heart, especially at this age, is unlikely to close spontaneously and may require intervention. While not all holes in the heart need surgery, larger ones like 8mm typically do. This can affect the child's heart health in the long run, potentially leading to complications like heart failure or arrhythmias. The next step is to consult with a cardiologist for a detailed assessment and discuss treatment options, which may include surgery or a catheter procedure.
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