ASD (Atrial Septal Defect) Device Closure: An Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) is a hole in the wall (septum) that separates the upper chambers (atria) of the heart. This defect allows oxygen-rich blood to mix with oxygen-poor blood, leading to inefficient heart function. ASD device closure is a minimally invasive procedure that involves placing a closure device through a catheter to seal the hole, restoring normal blood flow.
VSD (Ventricular Septal Defect) Device Closure: A Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) is a hole in the septum dividing the lower chambers (ventricles) of the heart. Similar to ASD, this defect can cause oxygenated and deoxygenated blood to mix, compromising the heart’s efficiency. VSD device closure uses a specialized device delivered via a catheter to close the defect, improving heart function and reducing symptoms.
PDA (Patent Ductus Arteriosus) Device Closure: Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) is a condition where a fetal blood vessel, the ductus arteriosus, fails to close after birth. This leads to abnormal blood flow between the aorta and the pulmonary artery. PDA device closure involves inserting a closure device through a catheter to seal the ductus arteriosus, normalizing blood flow and alleviating symptoms.
These conditions, if left untreated, can lead to complications such as heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and arrhythmias. The device closure procedures offer a minimally invasive solution, reducing the risk of complications and improving long-term outcomes.