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Atrial septal defect in the adult
Journal of the National Medical Association
|October 1, 1987
Summary
This case report details an 87-year-old woman with an untreated congenital atrial septal defect, highlighting a rare instance of long-term survival for this condition. Her longevity is exceptional, with only two similar cases documented in medical literature.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Clinical Case Reports
Background:
- Congenital atrial septal defect (ASD) is a common heart condition.
- Surgical or interventional closure is the standard treatment for most ASDs.
- Long-term survival without surgical intervention is uncommon.