Successfully Recovered
Baby Babu
Baby Babu was brought to Alfred Solomon Heart Foundation at just eight months of age with frequent respiratory infections, poor feeding and failure to thrive. Following a detailed cardiac evaluation, our multidisciplinary team successfully performed life-saving surgery, giving him the opportunity to grow up with a healthy heart.
Age
8 Months
Gender
Male
Diagnosis
Large Perimembranous VSD with PDA
Surgery
VSD Closure + PDA Ligation
Hospital Stay
1 Week
Outcome
Healthy Recovery
Journey To Recovery
Every successful treatment begins with timely diagnosis, expert medical care and compassionate support.
Symptoms
Frequent respiratory infections, poor weight gain and breathing difficulty were the first warning signs that required immediate medical attention.
Diagnosis
Detailed evaluation confirmed a large Perimembranous Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) with Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) and severe pulmonary hypertension.
Surgery
Our paediatric cardiac surgeons successfully performed VSD Closure with PDA Ligation, ensuring safe correction of the heart defect.
Recovery
Baby Babu recovered well after surgery, was discharged within one week and is now growing with a healthier, brighter future.
Medical Case Summary
Every successful surgery represents hope, expert care and a brighter future for a child.
Baby Babu
8 Months
Male
Large Perimembranous VSD with PDA
VSD Closure + PDA Ligation
Healthy Recovery
Presenting Symptoms
Baby Babu, an 8-month-old male child, was brought to Alfred Solomon Heart Foundation with frequent respiratory tract infections, poor feeding and failure to thrive. His parents noticed that he tired easily and was unable to gain weight normally.
Medical Evaluation
Detailed clinical examination and echocardiography confirmed a large Perimembranous Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) with a small Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) and severe pulmonary artery hypertension.
Treatment & Surgery
Our multidisciplinary paediatric cardiac team successfully performed Ventricular Septal Defect closure along with PDA ligation. The surgery was completed safely and the child responded well throughout the postoperative period.
Recovery & Outcome
Baby Babu recovered steadily after surgery and was discharged home one week later in stable condition. Today, he is growing well with a healthier future ahead.
Impact At A Glance
Diagnosis
Large Perimembranous VSD with PDA
Procedure
VSD Closure + PDA Ligation
Hospital Stay
1 Week
Outcome
Healthy Recovery