- male
- 1 Years
- 07/02/2025
I'm really worried about my baby boy who has been diagnosed with a PM VSD hole that's 3.5 mm. Is this considered a big issue or not? I'm trying to understand how these measurements are categorizedis 3.5 mm small, moderate, large, or very large? Also, does this mean he'll need open heart surgery for sure, or could it close on its own as he grows? If surgery ends up being necessary, are there options other than open heart surgery that are less invasive? Would love some guidance on this.
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Information provided is no adequate to answer,ideally if it is causing any cyanotic spells or pulmonary edema or PAH then Surgical correction is required which is not always open heart syurgery,if there are no such symptoms,repeat 2D echo after 6 months and check the status
Dr. Ranjith Suggests...
Consult a Paediatric Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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