Acyanotic heart defect

Acyanotic Heart Defect

Acyanotic heart defect (pronounced as a-sigh-a-no-tic heart defect) is a type of congenital heart disease that does not cause cyanosis or blue discoloration of the skin.

Etymology

The term "acyanotic" is derived from the Greek words "a" meaning "without" and "kyanos" meaning "dark blue". This refers to the absence of blue discoloration in patients with this type of heart defect.

Definition

An acyanotic heart defect is a type of congenital heart defect where there is a problem with the heart's structure present at birth, but it does not cause a blue or purple tint to the skin, lips, and nails. This is due to the fact that the heart defect does not cause a significant decrease in the amount of oxygen in the blood.

Types of Acyanotic Heart Defects

There are several types of acyanotic heart defects, including:

Symptoms

Symptoms of acyanotic heart defects can vary depending on the specific type of defect. However, common symptoms can include:

Shortness of breath
Fatigue
Rapid heartbeat
Swelling of the legs, ankles, or feet

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of acyanotic heart defects typically involves a combination of physical examination, medical history, and medical imaging techniques such as echocardiogram, cardiac MRI, or cardiac catheterization.

Treatment

Treatment for acyanotic heart defects depends on the type and severity of the defect. Options can include medication, cardiac catheterization procedures, or heart surgery.

External links

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Acyanotic heart defect