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I just found that i have a atrial septal aneurysm and atrial septal defect it is small would it be safe to get pregnant again? i have 5 kids no prob.

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Atrial septal defect: there are different types of atrial septal defects (ASD), the most common type is the secundum ASD, which is the one you most likely have. For patients who are not diagnosed in childhood, it usually becomes symptomatic in the 4th decade. You need to be evaluated by a pediatric cardiologist and with an echocardiogram to ensure that the pulmonary artery pressure and heart function

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Dr. Volkan Tuzcu answered

Specializes in Pediatric Cardiology

Pregnancy ASD : If it is small ASD and no pulmonary hypertension then it should not be a problem

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