Can you have a ventricular septal defect after a heart attack?

Yes. Severe heart attacks can cause a tear in the wall between the left and right ventricles, known as a ventricular septal rupture (VSR).

How is cardiogenic shock treated after an acute myocardial infarction?

Treatment includes medicines to support blood pressure, mechanical devices such as IABP or VA-ECMO, and emergency procedures to restore blood flow or repair damage.

What is the best timing of surgery in post-infarct VSR?

Unstable patients need urgent surgery. Stable patients are often treated after 7-14 days, when the tissue becomes stronger for repair.

What is the mortality rate for Post-Myocardial Infarction VSR?

In-hospital mortality remains significant, often higher after surgery than after transcatheter closure, depending on patient stability and timing of treatment.

Can VSR recur after treatment?

Recurrence is rare when the repair or device closure is successful, but regular follow-up with echocardiography is essential to ensure the defect remains sealed.

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