Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) | Hole in the Heart Explained | VSD Animation | Swasth Hriday

Описание: A Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) is a hole in the wall (septum) between the two lower chambers of the heart (ventricles). It is one of the most common congenital heart defects, especially in newborns and infants.

🫀 What Happens in VSD?

Blood from the left ventricle (oxygen-rich) flows into the right ventricle (oxygen-poor)

This causes increased blood flow to the lungs and extra work for the heart

If large or untreated, it may lead to heart failure or pulmonary hypertension

🔍 Types of VSD:

Perimembranous (most common)

Muscular

Inlet

Outlet (infundibular)

📉 Symptoms of Moderate to Large VSDs:

Poor weight gain in infants

Fast breathing or breathlessness

Sweating during feeding

Frequent respiratory infections

Fatigue or irritability

🩺 Diagnosis Includes:

Echocardiogram (Echo) – main diagnostic tool

ECG

Chest X-ray

Cardiac MRI or catheterization (if needed)

💊 Treatment Depends on Severity:

Small VSDs may close on their own

Medications to control symptoms (diuretics, ACE inhibitors)

Surgical repair or catheter-based closure for large or symptomatic defects

Lifelong monitoring for complications like arrhythmias or valve issues

💡 Early detection and appropriate treatment allow children with VSD to lead normal, healthy lives.

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