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Congenital

Atrial Septal Defect (Adult).

Expert second opinions for atrial septal defect (adult). Dual-physician Heart Team review with triple risk scoring. Results in 48 hours.

1 in 1,500 live births
Prevalence
Device closure mortality <0.1%, surgical <1%
Key Outcome
Device closure for secundum ASDs when anatomy permits
Procedures
Overview

Understanding atrial septal defect (adult).

Atrial septal defects (ASDs) are openings in the wall between the upper heart chambers. Some ASDs are diagnosed in childhood; others remain undetected until adulthood. Significant ASDs cause right heart volume overload, leading to atrial fibrillation, pulmonary hypertension, and heart failure if untreated.

Why It Matters

Why you need a second opinion.

ASD closure in adults involves choosing between transcatheter device closure and surgical repair. Secundum ASDs are usually amenable to device closure, while sinus venosus, primum, and coronary sinus defects typically require surgery. Assessment of pulmonary hypertension reversibility, concurrent AF management, and partial anomalous pulmonary venous return all require expert evaluation.

Critical Decisions

Key decisions for atrial septal defect (adult).

Device closure vs surgical repair
Assessment of ASD type and rim adequacy
Pulmonary hypertension evaluation and reversibility
Concurrent AF management (Maze procedure)
Partial anomalous pulmonary venous return management
Risk Factors

What affects your risk.

ASD type and size
Rim deficiency for device closure
Pulmonary hypertension degree
Right ventricular function
Associated anomalous pulmonary veins
Our Review

What our Heart Team provides.

Dual-physician review (cardiac surgeon + cardiologist)
Triple risk scoring (STS PROM, EuroSCORE II, AATS)
ACC/AHA guideline mapping with evidence grades
Treatment alternatives with risk-benefit comparison
Surgeon and institution matching via Sentinel
Personalized question guide for your next appointment
Complete provenance trail for every conclusion
Results delivered within 48 hours

Related conditions.

Coronary Artery Anomalies
Ventricular Septal Defect (Adult)
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)

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