- female
- 55 Years
- 14/08/2025
my 55-day-old baby has been diagnosed with an 8mm vsd should we be considering surgery for this or is there another way to manage it
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For a 55-day-old baby with an 8mm ventricular septal defect (VSD), the decision of whether to proceed with surgery or other management strategies depends on the baby's individual health status and the specific characteristics of the VSD. Surgery may be recommended if the VSD is causing significant symptoms, such as heart failure, or if the baby is not growing adequately, despite medical management. If the VSD is small and the baby is otherwise healthy, surgery might be delayed or even not needed, with regular follow-up and potentially medication to manage any symptoms.
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I'm really worried because my fourth baby was found to have a small hole in the heart during an echo test done by a baby heart specialist. He said there's no need for medication right now and just advised a follow-up in six months. Does this mean it could be serious? Will this affect my baby's life in the future? What kind of care should we be giving our baby, and are there any treatments we should consider?
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My baby is just 5 days old and the doctors found a 4mm VSD. I'm really worried and I need to know if it'll heal on its own or if surgery is necessary. Can you please help me understand what we should do?
In infants, small ventricular septal defects (VSD) like the 4mm VSD detected in your baby can often close on their own without the need for surgery. Regular monitoring by a pediatrician is important to track the size of the defect and ensure proper management. In some cases, medication such as Lasix may be prescribed to manage symptoms. However, if the VSD does not close on its own and causes significant symptoms or complications, surgical intervention may be considered. It is important to follow up with your pediatrician for further evaluation and management
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