Hole in the Heart: What Happens Next?

Originally written by Kathryn Senior, updated by the editorial team on 17th June 2026

V.M asks

I am 28 years of age and female. Today I had a 'Bubble Study' test which has confirmed a hole in my heart. I didn't see the specialist today, as they are waiting for all my test results before my next appt, (I had the works today!).

I heard them mention a patch when they had completed the test, but am unsure as to whether this means I am probably going to require surgery. I know I should wait to speak to my specialist, but I'm obviously a little shocked to find something wrong, and wondering what to expect now?

Hole in the Heart in Adults

Being told you have a hole in your heart as an adult can come as a surprise. However, this is more common than many people realise. The condition is a form of congenital heart disease, meaning it has been present since birth.

Smaller holes often go undetected for decades, though some larger atrial septal defects can also remain undiagnosed when symptoms are mild or attributed to other conditions. Some people are diagnosed in their twenties, while others find out much later in life. Larger defects tend to cause symptoms earlier, whereas smaller ones might not present obvious issues until the seventies or eighties.

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Why the Hole Exists

Most holes in the heart occur in the septum, the wall separating the two upper chambers called the atria. This type is known as an atrial septal defect.

Before birth, all babies have an opening in this location. The developing baby receives oxygen through the umbilical cord, and blood flows through the heart differently than it does after birth. Once a baby is born and begins breathing, the circulation changes and this opening normally closes on its own.

In some babies, the hole remains large and needs surgical repair early in life. In others, the hole closes almost completely but leaves a small gap. This minor defect often causes no symptoms and can go unnoticed for decades.

Your situation may be slightly different. ask a question below ↓ and our editorial team will reply with our advice.

What Happens After Diagnosis

A small hole that has caused no problems may still require careful assessment. The decision about treatment depends on several factors beyond symptoms alone, including how blood flow is affected, the risk of developing heart rhythm problems such as atrial fibrillation, and the possibility of paradoxical embolism.

Many people with tiny defects simply need monitoring through occasional echocardiograms. Others may be advised to have the hole closed. Transcatheter closure, a keyhole procedure through a blood vessel, is generally the preferred approach for suitable defects. Surgery is usually reserved for cases where catheter closure is not technically possible.

Your medical team should explain the size and location of the hole, whether treatment is recommended or if monitoring is sufficient, any lifestyle considerations, and what symptoms to watch for. Understanding your results fully is important, and it's reasonable to want answers. If you left your appointment with questions, contact your GP or cardiology department to arrange a follow up conversation.

Living with a Small Heart Defect

Many adults with small, unrepaired holes live without significant restrictions, though individual responses to the defect vary. Your consultant will advise whether any activities need adjusting based on your situation.

Some people with atrial septal defects have a higher risk of heart rhythm problems. In certain cases, your team may discuss whether antibiotic prophylaxis before dental procedures is appropriate, or whether monitoring for pulmonary hypertension is needed for larger untreated defects.

The British Heart Foundation offers detailed information on congenital heart conditions in adults. Your GP can refer you back to cardiology if new symptoms develop or you need reassurance about your diagnosis.

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CardiacMatters Editor 13/07/2026 at 1:44 pm

@Nicko Frustrating to hear the hole has shown up again after all that, especially when the earlier echos looked clear. Bubble tests are much more sensitive than a standard echo for picking up small residual shunts, which is probably why it's only just been spotted. Whether it can be closed by keyhole (a percutaneous device closure via the groin) depends on the size, location and the surrounding tissue, but yes, many residual defects are closed that way rather than reopening the chest. Push your cardiologist for a referral to a structural heart specialist who can review the images and give you a straight answer. Worth asking if the dizziness could be linked too, as that shouldn't just be brushed off.

Nicko 13/07/2026 at 1:44 pm

i had a hole in my heart repaired in September 2025 by open heart surgery, but have felt a little bit dizzy at times since.
Echocardiograms in October 25 and January 26 did not flag up there was still a hole. but last week ( july 26 ) its been found i have still got a hole after a bubble test .
Is it likely can this be repaired by keyhole surgery

Patti 16/07/2021 at 3:52 pm

I was just in hospital with left side pain and numbness was diagnosed with hole in heart I’m home now and I’m having numbness and tingling and pain on left side arm and face should I go to emergency

Counselor 17/07/2020 at 9:06 am

Ok I'm 61 yes old.ive been in 3 motorcycle wrecks,I have sticky platelets I've been hospitalized 3:times with blood clots in my lungs.i have had several MRI's,several x-rays, CT scans..etc over the yrs.how does a hole in my heart just show up at age 61,?

Chitti 23/05/2020 at 3:34 pm

Hi Doctor,
My friend is having 35 years and he is having a hole in the heart, he consulted many doctors in USA and India, doctors told that there is no cure for this. Is it dangerous or nothing to worry if there is a hole in the heart at this age. Please respond to me

Thank you

Zusi 03/03/2020 at 5:36 pm

In Sept '16 I was diagnosed with hypertension (high blood pressure) and in May '17 I had a stroke - the only symptoms were hemianopia (field of vision loss in both eyes) and a headache which lasted about three days. After the stroke had been identified, I underwent a number of tests to establish the cause. These were mainly on my heart. They showed that I had the same type of hole - one that was present when I was in my mum's womb, but didn't close fully after birth. It is possible for clots to pass through this hole. At present, my consultant and team are not worried about any further effects. I was told that many people live perfectly normal, active lives with them. This is mainly because they are not always found until the patient has another issue - in my case, a stroke. I have an annual checkup with a view to further treatment if needed.

Mahendra Gaikwad 27/02/2020 at 3:24 pm

Hi Iam 53 years old and living very healthy life. I have blood pressure but it is in normal condition with proper medications. Recently I done Chest MRI and I have been detected as a hole in heart. Doctors consultation end at open heart surgery to patch up the hole . But in second opinion there is 50 to 70% life risk. Plz guide

Muss 13/12/2019 at 1:05 am

Hey.... My friend had a hole in his heart since he was born but he discovered it after he turned 17.....now he is 19 and doctors said his heart is a little weaker so it is not healing.... Please suggest what should he do.... Get a surgery or let it heal on its own..... Please help..and he suffers from shortness of beset sometimes and sudden heart ache... Please help.....

Abbsx 15/11/2019 at 3:58 am

i was born with a hole in my heart , when i run i get heart palpitation like symptoms, i have asthma so it might be to do with that but my dad was asking me if when i grow would it grow with me and my heart ? its the size of a large sewing needle the last time i got checked when i was 2 im 17 now and i havent really told anyone because im used to it and it doesnt really effect my daily life

Yuri 09/07/2019 at 6:41 am

I was told I was born with a hole in my heart and the hospital gave my mom this paper that said VSD, but we right away moved to Florida and they said to do check ups, but my mom never did it. Im 17 now and don’t feel anything. I exercise and don’t feel any different, I’m positive its closed. Should I schedule an appointment either way to ease my moms concerns?

Ritu 08/07/2019 at 5:02 pm

I also have a hole in heart there is 2 hole
dr.say that there no treatment bcoz hole is too big
I'm always tnsn for my health
I'm feeling uncomfortable in my heart
I'm always sad
My parents also worried about me
I'm a 18 year old
Plzz tell me heart hole possible in 18 year old treatment plzz tell me about my hole prblm

Kiran 18/04/2019 at 2:53 pm

Hi doctor I am here to concern about my mom she is 70 years old and now we find out she had a hole in her heart doctor said that we are very worried about why we know after long time is surgery really necessary to her or she can take medicine please explain wat we do

Hima 17/04/2019 at 2:36 pm

A hole in my heart and its size is 30 mm..plzz suggest me how can i handle it, i am 36 years old

Blessing 03/12/2018 at 6:32 am

Hey.... my boyfriend just told me yesterday that he has a hole in he's heart seen he's birth.... he discovered it on he's 18 birthday.... he's 19 now... I wanted to know if it's possible to fix it... is it possible to close the hole please I dont wanna lose him .... I can't ????????????

Ghie 23/11/2018 at 9:26 pm

Hi is it safe to have a heart surgery ?because my heart has a hole ??and I’m scared the doctor said they will do operation is that safe?im 29 years old now but I feel normal and I’m also working but the doctor said the hole in my heart is big it must be surgery ?

Vicky 02/10/2018 at 6:03 am

I'm 59 and had a stroke, that is when they discovered I have a hole in my heart.
Should I have high concerns bout it

Mariya 19/08/2018 at 5:37 pm

Hello sir plz tell me heart hole possible in 18 year old treatment in medicine m treatment in mumbai plz tell me some details i had a food in without sugr and salt doctor take me a biskit & medicine

Roi 09/08/2018 at 2:43 pm

Hello sir.... Does heart can have 2"holes....bcz i had hole in my heart when i was in school.... And I got open heart surgery..... But now i am 20 years old and scared that can i get holes in my heart again or can that older heart hole reopens...... Does it possible..

CardiacMatters Editor 06/08/2018 at 10:29 am

We've answered your question, please see the comment below

Akki 03/08/2018 at 12:54 pm

Sir... I had hole in my heart when i m 9 years and it's repaired by doing open heart surgery...my question is that i had smoked cigarettes when i was at college about 3months.... Now i quite smoking.... But i m scared.... Does that smoking.... Cause any problems to my heart or the patch on my heart..... I m scared now..... Does the hole reopens..... Again... In my heart... Now i m 19 years old

CardiacMatters Editor 31/07/2018 at 2:29 pm

Once a hole in the heart is repaired it's unlikely to cause further issues but your GP or consultant will certainly tell you more than we can...go and see them!

Akshay 30/07/2018 at 4:25 pm

I had open heart surgery..... When i was 9 years old... I had hole in my heart.... They said that operation was successful.... Bt Now i m scared.... Now i m 19 years old.... That can i get back that hole back in my heart.... Because sometimes i fell like feeling uncomfortable in my heart.... Or my heart is murmuring..... Can heart hole will be back after operation alsoo....

Dharmvir 29/07/2018 at 4:31 pm

Hello I have a hole in heart along with the single ventricle recently my doctor said the whole is too big and now we can't fix you are too late the only thing we can do is to give me medicines for symptoms I don't know what to do because they are not Jobs or even the study is not complete because of this problem and currently feeling not very good after hearing they can't do anything and telling me not to marry anyone which is not a problem but it's more like you don't have a future and can I die on this really don't know what to do their job and now doctors are telling they can't do anything is just not to hard to accept

CardiacMatters Editor 05/07/2018 at 2:45 pm

We can't give individual medical advice we're sorry.

Santosh 02/07/2018 at 3:54 pm

Iam 34 years old. I have 20mm hole in my heart. Doctors said they can’t do anything what is the solution. Can you tell me please.

jiddah 14/06/2018 at 12:10 am

my boyfriend has a whole in his heart and he is asthmatic he is 34 years old can his hole be treated and heal without undergoing any surgery?

Mannu 20/05/2018 at 8:34 pm

My friend is 19years old and he have hole in his heart it's about 1mm and he know about that since 1year what we can do for him Dr of India said the last option was heart transplant..is there is any option accept this option... If there is plz help me

S.P. 23/04/2018 at 7:45 pm

I am 35 yrs..& 17 mm hole in heart... What is the treatment except surgery

-------- 19/03/2018 at 9:15 am

i have a girl friend she is 18 old she have hole in heart but thank god she
still healthy i realy love him and i want to marry she wants tow
any banifit thi problem with this deasees
please tell me

MEBTheKitty 10/02/2018 at 8:00 am

I am 10 and I was born with more than one hole in my heart. When I am too active I get pain where my heart is, and when I was a baby my heart rate was sometimes to low and sometimes to high. My mom said it was scary for her because I had to stay in the hospital for 2 weeks instead of 2 days. It sucks.

U Nayak 31/12/2017 at 1:42 pm

I Mother 63 years old. found a Hole in my Mother Heart. what is the best treatment for my Mother? Please Guide me

Concerned Mom 26/12/2017 at 6:28 am

My daughter just found out she has a hole at age 18. Numerous ED visits over past 4 years with symptoms. Could the hole gotten larger or come later in life? Why couldn't ED doctors hear what cardiologist heard right away?

Unknown 16/12/2017 at 5:40 pm

Respected Sir, I am 18 years old at present, in this month I got to know that I've a hole in the heart(ASD).i know that holes in heart are congenital and are usually recognised at the time of birth. BUT in my case, I do not have any symptom that makes me feel that I have hole.And moreover how is it possible that after 18 years this hole is being recognised suddenly from no where else... Is it possible that they can be created intermediate? ... Other than the time of birth?

donkey 17/05/2017 at 8:08 pm

hi im a 47 year old male i suffered a stroke last august which has left me with slight left side weakness. after many MRI and ultra scans i was given a BUBBLE GRAPH back in November 2016 at the time i was told by the cardiologist consultant who carried out the test if i was her patient she would operate asap, but was told to wait for my consultant
In December i received a letter from my hospital confirming that it was URGENT for me to see a specialist, i had to chase up the hospital and my GP to be told an appointment will be made as soon as they can i have now got my appointment for June 1st 2017 ( thats what they call URGENT)
does anyone know what treatment or fix they do as this has been playing on my mind for sometime now and as its finally getting closer a large piece of me is getting slightly nervous. THANKS

Sandy 16/05/2017 at 10:21 pm

I have had 3 aortic valve surgeries first one at 27, 31 and 48. Now they think there's a hole in heart, what would that hole be and caused from.

Mrs woww 12/04/2017 at 12:57 pm

I have a hole in my heart my age is 19 years plz give me suggestion that it will cure by med or by surgery

CardiacMatters Editor 31/03/2017 at 11:44 am

Sorry we can't give individual medical advice or opinion such as this.

poonam 30/03/2017 at 3:14 pm

i am 52 yrs old. I have 38 mm hall in my heart. Left to right side asd. Doctar told us to do open heart surgery and he said that its very risky. Pls tell me what should I do or which hospital is best for open heart hall surgery I am from delhi.

CardiacMatters Editor 22/11/2016 at 10:44 am

Thanks for telling us about your experiences, it will be helpful for parents to read.

Miss unknown 21/11/2016 at 12:24 pm

I am 18years old i have had a hole in the heart since i was born, i was a month early and had to be kept in hospital for a few months and was in and out of hospital till i was 1year old, i should have a check up every ten years but i am healthy and it doesn't cause me any issues except my lips turn blue when im in the cold but coffee helps so any parents that are worried about their child with a hole in the heart defo find out how big the hole is and if they need to have check ups on it but its gonna be fine ?? hopefully this gives you peace of mind

nel 29/04/2015 at 7:55 am

My daughter of 19 has been unwell for a while in jan she has been diagnosed with a hole in the heart. She has been unwell ever since every day she gets palpitations she is unable to do much. But according to the hospital her bloods are fine there is something not right with her heartbeat.The case is not priority. But have had to call an ambulance 3 times for her. She gets short of breath palpitations and dizzyness. Surely this isnt right. I think she needs help

CardiacMatters Editor 26/01/2015 at 2:19 pm

@Pranab. This is something for your grandchild's consultant to tell you - we cannot give out advice like this.

CardiacMatters Editor 10/12/2014 at 11:50 am

@Dee. Usually, the NHS make good judgements about what can wait and what can't. They would not make an urgent case wait that long so it's probably that it's safe to wait. You could always phone and ask your GP or the consultant at the hospital to be extra sure.

Dee 09/12/2014 at 10:07 pm

My daughter in law .has just been told that my3 year old grandson has a hole in the heart, and an appointment has been requested to see a specialist, but we have been told it will be 6-8 weeks!! Should we just go private and set our minds at rest, or wait!!

Ash 27/09/2014 at 12:19 am

I was dianosigned with one heart murmur after 19 year which I am now turning 20 have had no problems with it but it Is depressing to know you have it but I am healthy and well

runningbear Editor 22/09/2014 at 12:46 pm

@Raju. You can still keep fit and do sports with a hole in the heart but you need to ask your doctor whether there is anything you should avoid or a health symptoms to keep and eye out for.

CardiacMatters Editor 27/08/2014 at 11:41 am

@jessi. This is not something we or anyone else on the internet should be guiding you on. If your daughter has chest pains then do take her to your GP to get checked out.

jessi 26/08/2014 at 10:34 pm

Question- my daughter is 15 years she was born premature at 34weeks. She born with a hole in heart after few months the doctors told me it has closed. Now that she's 15 she's complaining about chest pain can it be the heart or something else she's always tired please guide me as I starting to worry

harsh 19/08/2014 at 7:14 am

im 19 year old i have hole in heart.i often get pain doctor sugeested to surgery is there any problem.can this problem solved witout surgery

Issa 18/08/2014 at 10:45 am

I have a question,
I have a hole in my heart but never shown any symptoms like palpitations or any heart related symptoms. I got this since I was a baby. I am already 26 years old. Is there a case that survived with the same situation as mine that didn't undergo any operation/ Or what could happen to me if the hole was not treated?

Ge 11/08/2014 at 7:57 pm

I am a 15 year old girl, I was born with two holes in my heart, ( also my brother and sister had one hole in there heart but it closed up as they grew) so when i was about 5 I started to go for checkups to see how my heart was and when I was around 7/8 I needed an operation, but I still have to go back to see how the heart is, so I've been going back since the operation about once a year and basically I'm just wondering when will i have to stop going to the hospital to check up?

CardiacMatters Editor 21/07/2014 at 11:20 am

@Sharma - the doctor who diagnosed your hole in the heart should have given you advice on what treatment (if any) you should have. Go back and ask for some more information as it's not something that we can advise you on here.

sharma 18/07/2014 at 3:10 pm

I am 63 yeras old. to day Doctor make a 2D Echo. he found a Hole in my Heart. what is the best treatment for me ? Please Guide me

killer kevin 08/07/2014 at 10:19 am

Bill it sounds like an operation to mend the hole in your heart would be putting your health at even more risk from what you've told us about your other health issues. I'd trust your GP on this one.

Bill 07/07/2014 at 11:27 pm

Hi I am 54. I've had two mini strokes and now just recently three massive strokes, I also have a hole in my heart. I have hypertension. When we asked my doctor if I should close it. He stated maybe if I have another stroke. I also have an anerismn in my brain. I dont feel like waiting for me to have another stroke before closing the hole. Any ideas.

reet 26/06/2014 at 6:50 pm

My daughter is 7 yrs old she was born premature at 34 weeks last year around this time she started complaining of chest pain. We have been to the doctor back and forth for this at first they try to say it was just chest pain until recently when she had her Echo done it has been confirmed that she has a small hole in her heart how should we handle this?

CardiacMatters Editor 24/06/2014 at 12:00 pm

@Ann. Don't be afraid to see your doctor or ever be worried about something being a 'false alarm'. Most GPs are a really good about these things and if you have a hole in the heart he/she will take any concerns you have very seriously. One piece of advice is to write down all the symptoms that you are experiencing and describe them as well as you can. That way, when you get to the doctor's you need not worry about having to explain things or forgetting anything. Either way your doctor can reassure you and give you valid reasons for the symptoms you have, or if it's something that can be treated, they GP can arrange for any relevant treatments to start. SO, go to the doctor! Take a parent or a trusted adult, you don't need to go on your own.

ann 23/06/2014 at 2:23 pm

Hi i am 14 going to be 15 years old and when i was approximately 10 i had a seziure and it was discovered that there was a hole in my heart. Doctors said as i would grow and mature the hole would close and i would be alright. Every once in awhile i feel tightness in my chest near my heart or in my shoulder. that only lasts for 5 to 10 minutes. Also, sometimes i get days where i feel completely out of it and feel as if i'm in a dream when i'm walking around. i'm not sure if that is related to the hole and seziure. i'm very active and eat fairly healthy. i also get at least 8 hours of sleep a night so i dont believe its due to lack of sleep. do you know why i would be feeling like this? i havent seen a doctor about any of this nor tell someone about it in fear of it being a "false alarm" so please let me know your imput on it.

Mj 20/05/2014 at 6:48 pm

I'm 42 as of 4 years ago they've diagnosed me anemic. They did a blood test 11 years after gastric bypass and said my blood is a 3 when it's suppose to be 14. They did test after test hysterectomy and couldn't find any place I was leaking blood, never did ultra sound on my heart. Well today after 3 heart attacks which they blamed on stress, they finally did an ultra sound. Well I was told that I had a hole in my heart. I'm so lost now I have three kids a grandson I don't want to die. What's going to happen to me. They said any pain numbness get to er well will I make it..., help I'm sitting in a park afraid I'll die at home and don't want my family to have to find me..any input would be greatly appreciated.

Gandhi 14/04/2014 at 11:40 am

My Brother ( 34 Years Old ) in the Echo Colour Doppler ReportI found that Thre is E/O Atrial septal defect measuring about 20-24 mm at foramen Ovvale Level. Now What Can I do ? In his case any surgery possible ? Currently he has not feel any problem with this defect. I required your help on most urgent basis.

suraj 11/03/2014 at 11:25 am

My mother is 55 yrs old. She has 38 mm hall in her heart. Left to right side asd. Doctar told us to do open heart surgery and he said that its very risky. Pls tell me what should I do or which hospital is best for open heart hall surgery I am from delhi.

sree 01/03/2014 at 11:13 am

My daughter his 9 years old. he is heart patient.he have heart disease by birth hole
i think its close know i checkup with edcho small hole in her not closed

please give advice i go for surgery or cather

jim 27/02/2014 at 5:28 pm

hi I am a 49 year old male, I had a stroke 1/12/2013, I had to have thrombolysis to save me, due to a large blood clot stopping oxygen, the neurologists has diagnosed a possible aneurysm or possible tumour, after the angiogram, now the cardiologist has diagnosed the cause of the blood clot is a hole in the heart, after doing the bubble test, I am a high risk to having another stroke, he wants to insert a probe to determine the size of the hole, I was so shocked I forgot to ask, what happens next, is there major surgery involved? what are the risks involved?

Linda 18/02/2014 at 1:28 pm

yesterday my husband took his scan if heart snd the doctor told him he has a hole in his heart and need to surgery very soon. doctor told him from his childhood onwards he had that hole. we get married 10 years left but this ten years he deosn't feel or any irritation. please give me any reply. he is only 36 years. is this any serious.

hazel 07/12/2013 at 11:58 am

hi my husbnd is 26 years old he have hole in his heart i am very upset plz tell me what can i do?and also tell me proper treatment and in which country have dis proper treatment accually my husbnd is on last stage plz guide me plz.

benny 09/11/2013 at 5:51 pm

i have a large asd about 1 inch wide i am awaiting for surgery for closure they hope to do it by catherter will this work for this size of hole concerned

Robin 05/09/2013 at 1:18 pm

Hi
I was recently diagnosed with a hole in my heard, my blood count where low and I can no longer go to similar high elevations without getting light headed and having a rapid pulse. I've had migraines most of my life and have felt tired for years. I get short of breath easy and have all kinds of in tolerances to medication. My Dr. Acted like it was no big deal but maybe I didn't ask the right questions. Any advice.

priya 26/07/2013 at 6:33 pm

please help me give some information about hole in heart how ocuurs n what cures?
ma boyfriend is 22nd yr old n he is having this problem so but doct said ke only 30% chanced shuld be there. so how can we cure for this

mills 22/04/2013 at 8:06 pm

My husband is nearly 54 and for a few seconds had weakness down his left side loss of feeling in his hand, tingling up into his face and hard to speak this only lasted for seconds, but was refered and had many investigations the mri showed no stroke, the last test being a bubble echo in which they found a hole, the doctor said the flow through the atria happens when not under pressure he said it was quite big, my husband is a very fit man, excerising daily, does not smoke or drink. He wonders what will happen next he has an active job, if he needs a procedure or not what are the implications of continuing to lead an active life at work and at home.

Rosy/ 13/04/2013 at 9:27 pm

U ahould know I love eating alot of junk food and I stop a few days ago cause of heart and well I live or short life cause off all the junk food?

AuntyJ 30/03/2013 at 9:28 pm

My neice had a hole in te heart repaired surgically at about age 7. She is now a student of 21 and is fit and healthy. However in the past 3 years she has developed exercise induced asthma, which comes on when playing netball, for which she uses an inhaler. Could this be connected in any way to her hole in the heart surgery and should she seek medical advice? Thank you.

ana 01/02/2013 at 12:00 am

Hi i had a heart surgery (a hole in the heart) when i was 11 years old im 33 years old now and ime having short breathing every mint is my heart gana live a long life or i will have a lemited life thank you.

rajan 21/12/2012 at 8:33 pm

My brother is 14 years old now. Having hole in the heart from the birth, presently it is not seen from outside but the Endography report conforms that having some major issues in the heart. The patient is facing some Problem like Hearnes of voice and Respiratory issues. After the proper checkup the Doctor is counsulting that the treatment of the patient is not Possible Through Surgury . And The Life of The patient is limited . Is there is no Treatment For the hole Blocking of heart. please suggest some Advice For This Kind of Ailment. please help Us.
Imtiaz

saNKET 27/10/2012 at 2:18 pm

my son is 8 years old. he is heart patient.he have congenital heart disease SDS .Moderately large PDA.Significant Pulmonary hypertension.so dr.say hypertension is high no surgery will operates.can never operates himself .

megha 11/10/2012 at 8:13 am

My daughter is 2 years old now. just 10 days back she was suffering from Nemonia fever, but now my consultant doctor said she is having hole in the heart, that is confirmed by taking ECHO scan, it says that she is having 1.8 Cm hole in the heart. Is this a big concern or emergerncy now to do surgery?

Test1 14/07/2012 at 11:19 am

I wanted to ask that it's a common belief in people that the patients having hole in the heart, doesn't live long. Is there any truth based on these speculations?

Is there any statistics telling average age of person if the surgery for filling up the whole happened in early childhood. (say 3 years)?

neresha 08/03/2012 at 11:25 am

Please advise how serious this is. my mum is 64 recently had an angina attack. was call to hospital yesteday to have an angiogram done. bt doctor did an echo and ecg. he said that the heart is okay bt discovered a tiny hole in her heart and said theres nothing to be alarmed abt. bt i cant help bt worry. what does this really means.

irene 28/11/2011 at 8:46 am

my mom was diagnosed with ASD at 55 yrs old. shes now 69 and manifesting signs like pulmonary hypertension, edema, frequent vomitting, acid reflux and low blood pressure. We consulted a Vascular surgeon here in the Phils. and he said my moms case is rare and hes not sure if she will be able to cope with the transcatheter closure procedure. do you have successful cases of catheter closures for elderly with age 69 and is any other alternative procedures for this kind of ailment. pls. help us

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