The child shown below is suffering from a congenital hea disease. Which congenital hea defect is seen most commonly seen in these children?
Patent ductus aeriosus
Atrial septal defect
Atrioventricular septal defect
Ventricular septal defect
This child is suffering from Down syndrome. Impoant 'must know' facts about Down syndrome: - Trisomy 21 - MC - d/t maternal meiotic non-dysjunction - Risk increase with increase in mother's age - QMc hea disease in Down syndrome - AVSD (Atrioventricular septal defect) aka Endocardial cushion defect
Paediatrics