Congenital heart defects (CHD) occur when the child is in the womb. It is a structural deformity by birth. It could be in any of the three forms: a hole in the heart wall, valve malfunction or wrong positioning of the blood vessels.
Prenatal or postnatal tests could reveal the types of abnormality. The causes of CHD are yet beyond the knowledge of the medical experts.
It could be due to genetic factor or lifestyle habits—alcohol consumption, smoking, or taking sustained medication for other health issues. Even passive smoking could also affect the child in the uterus.
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Therefore, it is essential to undergo the necessary pre-delivery tests studiously and religiously in a well endowed medical facility like KG Hospital, Coimbatore.
The structural malformation could be in the form of Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD), Patent DuctusArteriosus (PDA), Switching or displacement of blood vessels of arteries (TGA—Transposition of Great Arteries) and so on.
The symptoms of CHD include: cyanosis – a physical condition in which the skin or lips or nails will turn bluish, trouble in breathing, sleeping all the time, sleepiness, abnormal sound in the heart, and getting easily tired.
These deficiencies could be found out through physical examinations, electrocardiogram, chest x-ray, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, or heart catheterization as the case may be.
These could be corrected either through open heart surgery, catheterization or minimally invasive surgery. Some infants might need immediate medical procedure soon after birth, some might need medical attention in young age, certain others might require medical intervention during adolescence, and certain others could survive the defects through adulthood.
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Therefore, it is crucial to undergo all essential tests in a well equipped hospital like KG Hospital, where experts would make correct diagnosis and initiate the exact corrective measures. A healthy baby is a source of constant happiness in a family.
KG Hospital, the best cardiac hospital in Coimbatore, restores happiness to families blessed with children born with Congenital Heart Disease (CHD). With advanced pediatric cardiac care and expert surgical teams, we ensure every child receives the best chance at a healthy heart and a joyful life.
