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What is Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)?

April 26, 2017ASD atrial defect septal

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What is Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)?

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An atrial septal defect is a hole in the wall (septum) between the left and right atria. If there is a large hole, oxygen-rich blood from the left atrium flows back into the right atrium and gets pumped back to the lungs again. This causes more work for the heart. Treatment of ASD If ASD does not close on its own, heart surgery is required to close the defect. In some cases, ASD may be closed interventionally through a closure device . Robotically-Assisted ASD Surgery: smaller incision Robotically-assisted atrial septal defect (ASD) and patent foramen ovale (PFO) repair surgeries are performed through small incisions made in the right sight of the chest.