Successfully Recovered
Miss Ankamma
Miss Ankamma, a 10-year-old girl, was diagnosed with a large ventricular septal defect and referred to Alfred Solomon Heart Foundation for advanced cardiac care. She underwent successful surgery and recovered well.
Age
10 Years
Gender
Female
Diagnosis
Large Ventricular Septal Defect
Surgery
Ventricular Septal Defect Closure
Hospital Stay
Stable Recovery
Outcome
Recovered Successfully
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.
Miss Ankamma
10 Years
Female
Large Ventricular Septal Defect
Ventricular Septal Defect Closure
Recovered Successfully
Presenting Symptoms
The patient was diagnosed with a congenital ventricular septal defect requiring surgical correction.
Medical Evaluation
Detailed cardiac evaluation confirmed a large ventricular septal defect.
Treatment & Surgery
Successful VSD closure surgery was performed.
Recovery & Outcome
She was discharged home with stable haemodynamics and recovered well.
Impact At A Glance
Diagnosis
Large Ventricular Septal Defect
Procedure
Ventricular Septal Defect Closure
Hospital Stay
Stable Recovery
Outcome
Recovered Successfully