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Published	10/08/2024	An {{c1::atrial septal defect}} is a defect (hole) in the septum (wall) between the two atria.
Published	10/08/2024	It is worth remembering {{c1::atrial septal defects}} as a cause of stroke in patients with a DVT.
Published	10/08/2024	Atrial septal defects are often picked up on antenatal scans or newborn examinations. It may be asymptomatic in childhood and present in adult…
Published	10/08/2024	there is a possible link between {{c1::migraine with aura}} and patent foramen ovale.
Published	10/08/2024	Patients with an ASD should be referred to a paediatric cardiologist for ongoing management.if small and asymptomatic: {{c1::watching a…
Published	10/08/2024	ASDs cause a {{c1::mid-systolic}}, {{c1::crescendo-decrescendo}} murmur loudest at the {{c1::upper left sternal boarder}} with a {{c1::fixed…
Published	10/08/2024	Complications of ASDs• {{c1::Stroke}} in the context of venous thromboembolism • {{c1::Atrial fibrillation/flutter}} • {{c1::Pulmonary …
Published	10/08/2024	The types of atrial septal defect from most to least common are:• {{c1::Ostium secondum = where the septum secondum fails to fully clos…
Published	10/08/2024	Pathophysiology of ASDsDuring fetal development the left & right atria are connected. Two walls grow downwards from the top of…
Published	10/08/2024	Antenatal anomaly scan carried out around {{c1::20}} weeks gestation is also used to screen for the presence of CHD
Published	10/08/2024	{{c2::Pulse-oximetry}} screening is done on infants before they are discharged. Saturations below {{c1::95}}% in room air warrant further investigatio…
Published	10/08/2024	What are some investigations for a suspected CHD?Bedside (2): • {{c1::Vitals & growth parameters, incl. 4 limb blood pressures, pre and post-…
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