An 8-week-old infant presents to her physician for a well-baby check. Physical exam reveals a murmur, and an echocardiogram shows a large ventricular septal defect. Left untreated, this defect will result in:

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A large ventricular septal defect can lead to increased blood flow to the lungs, causing pulmonary hypertension. This can lead to right ventricular hypertrophy and eventually heart failure. Cyanosis, dysrhythmias, and valve damage are not typically associated with this type of defect.

An 8-Week-Old Infant Presents to Her Physician for a Well-Baby