Does a 1-year-old child with a ventricular septal defect need surgery?

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Hello doctor! My child is 1 year old, went to the doctor to have an ultrasound and diagnosed a membranous ventricular septal defect. So the doctor asked me if a 1-year-old child with a membrane septal defect needs surgery? What are the conditions for the baby to have surgery? Ask your doctor for advice. I would like to thank the doctor.
Hoang Thi Phuong, 1990
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Hello!
Ventricular septal defect is a common congenital heart disease and can be completely treated with surgery or intervention.
Currently indicated for treatment of ventricular septal defect when the disease affects hemodynamics (enlarged heart) or affects surrounding structures (aortic regurgitation)
Your child is young, if not in the above indications, If it is still developing normally, it can be delayed and monitored.
It is best to go to a cardiology center specializing in congenital heart or one of the hospitals of Vinmec Health System nationwide for advice on “Does a 1-year-old child with a ventricular septal defect need surgery? surgery” and have a specific treatment follow-up plan.
Thank you for sending your trust and questions to Vinmec. Best regards!
Answered by Master, Doctor Tran Hong Nhat - Interventional Cardiologist - Cardiovascular Center - Vinmec Central Park International General Hospital