Lecture On Fetal Circulation & Congenital Heart Disease Explained | MBBS

Fetal Circulation Demystified: Understand the unique circulatory pathway in a fetus, including the role of the umbilical cord, placenta, and special fetal structures like the ductus venosus and foramen ovale. We'll explain how a fetus receives oxygenated blood from the placenta and bypasses the non-functional lungs. Congenital Heart Disease (CHD): Learn about the different types of CHD, categorized as cyanotic and acyanotic. We'll cover the most common conditions, including: Atrial Septal Defect (ASD): Explore the causes, symptoms, diagnosis (ECG, X-ray, Echo), and treatment options for ASD. Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD): Understand this common acyanotic CHD, its variations, and how it affects blood flow within the heart. Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA): Discover the unique phenomenon of differential cyanosis and clubbing associated with PDA and why it occurs. Coarctation of the Aorta: Learn about the characteristic clinical features, including blood pressure differences between upper and lower limbs, and the radiographic findings like the "3 sign". Tetralogy of Fallot: Grasp the four defining components of this cyanotic heart condition and its potential complications. Clinical Examination & Diagnostic Tools: Gain insights into the clinical presentation of CHD and the use of ECG, X-ray, and echocardiography in diagnosis. Treatment Approaches: Explore both surgical and interventional treatment options for various CHD conditions. SANTINIKETAN MEDICAL COLLEGE & HOSPITAL Real Classroom Demonstration/Lecture On: GENERAL MEDICINE by Dr. Hasim Reza (MBBS Batch: 2023-24) Conducted on: 07-12-2024