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-Depends on the severity of the atrial septal defect and any other additional defects
-Depends on the severity of the atrial septal defect and any other additional defects
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+==From Pathology==
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+Persistent Foramen Ovale, allowing blood flow from left to right atria.
+Produces volume overload of right ventricle and subsequent raise in central venous pressure and venous congestion.
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+''Incidence:''
+*Rare in cats and dogs, increased incidence in Old English Sheepdogs and Boxers.
+*More common in cattle, often due to failure of growth of septum secundum.
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+''Clinical Signs:''
+*If small defect no clinical signs.
+*If large defect see exercise intolerance, syncope and dyspnoea.
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+''Diagnosis:''
+*Enlarged right ventricle and atrium on radiology.
+*Can visualise on echocardiography.
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+''Treatment:''<br>
+Usually no management needed.
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+[[Category:Cardiovascular System - Developmental Pathology]]