What is surgical small incision atrial septal defect umbrella closure

Surgical closure of atrial septal defect (ASD) is a surgical procedure used to treat atrial septal defect (ASD).

ASD is a common congenital heart disease, usually caused by incomplete closure of the atrial septum during fetal development. It can cause a series of symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, and difficulty breathing. The purpose of surgical closure of ASD is to surgically close the defect to improve heart function and the patient's quality of life. This operation adopts minimally invasive technique, through a small incision on the sternum, special umbrella is placed in the atrial septal defect, so as to close the defect. It has the advantages of less trauma, rapid recovery and less postoperative complications.