Health Dictionary
Reliable, easy-to-read patient information on common medical conditions — written in plain language, free of jargon, and grounded in current evidence. Browse the most frequent diagnoses, understand what they mean for everyday life, and learn which steps and questions help you have a focused conversation with your doctor.
Atrioventricular septal defect chest x ray
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Chest X Ray
Chest X Ray
Chest x ray in atriovenrticular defect shows
- Prominent pulmonary vascular markings
- Cardiac enlargement, especially enlargement of the right atrium (RA) and right ventricle (RV)
Chest x ray below shows cardiomegaly with increased pulmonary vascular markings.
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