Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I had an echocardiogram done yesterday after experiencing chest pains and palpitations for about a month. I reviewed my results, and while most of them looked good, there was something very concerning. It mentioned evidence of an atrial septal aneurysm. I cannot get another appointment with my cardiologist for another month, and I am not sure how I will manage until then. Please explain everything I need to know about atrial septal aneurysms. I am a 31-year-old female, 5 feet 4 inches tall, and weighs 127 pounds.
Please advise.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
Your symptoms are unlikely to be directly related to this condition. An isolated atrial septal aneurysm is usually benign; however, it can sometimes be associated with atrial septal defects (ASDs), which may cause symptoms. If you have only an atrial septal aneurysm and no history of stroke or transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), it is likely a benign condition.
That said, it is important to investigate whether you have an associated ASD. If an ASD is present, it may require closure, and further management will depend on whether or not an ASD is confirmed. You should try to contact your doctor to obtain a full report for clarification. Regardless, this condition is not immediately life-threatening, so there is no need for immediate concern. For symptomatic relief, you could consider asking a local physician to prescribe a beta-blocker, such as Metoprolol. Additionally, if you have an ECG (electrocardiogram), it may be helpful to review it.
Your symptoms might be related to an associated ASD (if present but not mentioned in your report) or could be due to anxiety if the echocardiogram shows no other abnormalities. Remember, an atrial septal aneurysm is seen in approximately 0.5 to 2 percent of the general population and is often asymptomatic.
I hope this helps you.
Thank you.
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
Thank you for the reply.
I read the entire report, and it did not mention anything about an atrial septal defect, which I thought an echocardiogram could detect. They performed a bubble study, and all the bubbles stayed where they were supposed to. I am worried about the atrial septal aneurysm because it is such a rare condition. I feel like there is not enough information available about it.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
Then there is nothing to worry about. An atrial septal aneurysm (ASA) is not a rare condition; as I mentioned, it can be seen in 1 to 2 percent of the population, which makes it relatively common. This condition does not explain your symptoms. In my opinion, since there is no evidence of an atrial septal defect (ASD) on the echocardiogram or bubble study, and you have no history of stroke, there is no need to worry or undergo specific treatment at this time.
Thanks and regards.
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Answered byDr. Sagar Ramesh Makode
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