Atrial septal defect ostium secundum epidemiology and demographics

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Overview

Ostium secundum atrial septal defects are the most common form of atrial septal defect. They constitue approximately 60%-75% of all the atrial septal defects and account for 6%-10% of all congenital heart defects.

Epidemiology and Demographics

Age

It forms 30-40% of all congenital heart disease in patients aged 40 or older.

Gender

A female preponderance, with a female-to-male ratio of 2:1 has been found in the studies