Spontaneous closure of an acquired ventricular septal defect.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Ventricular septal defect (VSD) is a rare but serious complication of acute myocardial infarction requiring early surgical intervention. A patient with acquired VSD that spontaneously closed over three months is presented. The literature on spontaneous closure of acquired VSDs is also reviewed.
Medical subject headings
- Ventricular Septal Rupture