A hole in the heart: Ventricular septal defect
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Discusses a condition known as a "hole in the heart" — a congenital defect called ventricular septal defect.
This video discusses a condition known as a “hole in the heart,” — a congenital defect called ventricular septal defect. Explored are the normal anatomy of the heart and how blood flows, the pathophysiology and symptoms of this condition, its causes and typical prognosis, treatment options and post-surgical expectations and limitations that a child with this condition may face.
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Cardiovascular disease, Demystifying Medicine, Education
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