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Ventricular Septal Defect

Ventricular septal defect - VSD: Symptoms, Causes and Risk Factors, Diagnosis, Treatments | SingHealth

Ventricular Septal Defect - How to prevent?

​Ventricular septal defect (VSD) is congenital and thus, it is difficult to prevent your baby from having this condition. However, a healthy pregnancy is still crucial to minimising the risks of VSD. Here are some steps you can take:  

  • Avoid harmful substance like alcohol, tobacco and illicit drugs.
  • Make sure you keep up to date with your vaccinations to avoid infections that can be harmful to a developing fetus.
  • Speak with your doctor early to get prenatal care and supplements even before you get pregnant. Discuss your current health, lifestyle and medications with your doctor. He/she will then provide you with advice for a healthy pregnancy. 
  • Eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly. 
  • Manage diabetes well if you have the condition and work closely with your doctor to keep it under control before getting pregnant. 

More importantly, if you have a family history of congenital heart defects or other genetic disorders, speak with your doctor before getting pregnant. 


Ventricular Septal Defect - Preparing for surgery

Ventricular Septal Defect - Post-surgery care

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