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Septal defects - Coggle Diagram
Septal defects
Clinical manifestations
Shortness of breath, especially when exercising
Swelling of legs, feet or belly (abdomen)
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Sensation of a rapid, pounding heartbeat (palpitations) or skipped beats
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Causes
Use of certain medications, including some anti-seizure medications and drugs to treat mood disorders
Illegal drug use, such as cocaine
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Pathophysiology
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In large atrial septal defects, both atrial pressures are equalized and the shunt only depends on the ratio of the ventricular compliances.
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A septal defect refers to a hole in the septum that divides the right from the left side of the heart