Pulmonary atresia with ventricular septal defect

Overview

A congenital heart defect where the pulmonary artery is closed off so that blood is unable to flow out to the lungs via the pulmonary artery. An abnormal opening between the two sides of the heart also allow blood to flow between the two heart chambers. The severity of symptoms depends on the degree of abnormality. Symptoms may be evident at birth or later.

Symptoms

* Cyanosis * Hypoxia * Blue skin * Shortness of breath * Squatting * Congestive heart failure * Pulmonary atresia * Ventricular septal defect

Diagnosis

* High Blood Pressure: Home Testing * Home Blood Pressure Tests * Home Blood Pressure Monitors * Home Heart Tests * Heart Health: Home Testing: * Heart Rate Monitors * Irregular Heartbeat Detection * Heart Electrocardiogram (ECG) * Home Cholesterol Tests * Home Lung Function Tests

Treatment

The list of treatments mentioned in various sources for Pulmonary atresia with ventricular septal defect includes the following list. Always seek professional medical advice about any treatment or change in treatment plans. * Surgery