Atrial septal defect surgery

Surgical procedures for atrial septal defect (ASD) generally include general anesthesia, chest incision, exposure of the heart, establishment of cardiopulmonary bypass, repair of ASD, closure of atrial incision, restoration of blood circulation and postoperative monitoring. Treatment of atrial septal defects includes interventional and surgical procedures. The following are the general procedures for atrial septal defect surgery: 1. General anesthesia and thoracotomy: The patient is given general anesthesia and an incision is made in the chest, usually in the middle of the sternum or right intercostal space. 2. Exposure of the heart: Through the incision, the doctor separates the sternum and ribs to expose the heart. 3. Establishment of extracorporeal circulation: During the operation, the patient's blood needs to be drained outside the body and circulated through the artificial heart-lung machine to maintain the normal function of other organs of the body. 4. Repair of atrial septal defect: The doctor will choose the appropriate repair method according to the specific conditions of the atrial septal defect. Common methods include direct suture and patch repair. 5. Closing the atrial incision: After repairing the atrial septal defect, the doctor closes the atrial incision, usually with sutures or biomaterials. 6. Restore blood circulation: After cardiopulmonary bypass is stopped, the doctor gradually restores blood circulation to the patient. 7. Post-operative care: The patient needs close supervision in the intensive care unit until stabilization. It should be noted that surgical treatment of atrial septal defects requires experienced cardiac surgeons to perform the operation, and the surgical risks and complications are low. For the treatment of atrial septal defects, individualized treatment plans should be developed according to the specific conditions of the patient, including age, defect size, location, etc. The risks and benefits of surgery may vary for specific groups such as children, the elderly, or patients with other diseases. Before surgery, the doctor will conduct a thorough evaluation of the patient and communicate fully with the patient and family to explain the risks and benefits of surgery. Patients and family members should actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment and follow the doctor's recommendations for preoperative preparation and postoperative care. In conclusion, surgery for an atrial septal defect is a safe and effective treatment that can help restore normal heart function. If you or a family member is diagnosed with an atrial septal defect, it is recommended that you consult a cardiac surgeon for more information about surgical treatment.