5 Questions
Which gestational weeks are most commonly associated with faulty embryogenesis causing congenital heart diseases?
Weeks 3 through 8
What is the cause of congenital heart disease in almost 90% of cases?
Unknown
Which disorders are associated with left-to-right shunts, being the most common types of congenital cardiac malformations?
Atrial septal defects (ASDs), ventricular septal defects (VSDs), and patent ductus arteriosus (PDAs)
What do atrial septal defects (ASDs) typically increase?
Only right ventricular and pulmonary outflow volumes
What is the most common congenital cardiac anomaly at birth?
Ventricular septal defect (VSD)
Test your knowledge of congenital heart diseases with this quiz. Learn about the abnormalities of the heart or great vessels that are present at birth, and the factors associated with their development.
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