Endocardial cushion defect medical therapy
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aditya Ganti M.B.B.S. [2]
Overview
The management of endocardial cushion defect depends upon the type of defect, underlying etiology and associated cardiac conditions. Surgical correction of defective valve holds the the mainstay of treatment for endocardial cushion. Medical management provides supportive care in preparing the patient for surgery.
Medical Therapy
The management of endocardial cushion defect depends upon the type of defect, underlying etiology and associated cardiac conditions. Surgical correction of defective valve holds the the mainstay of treatment for endocardial cushion. The goal of medical management is to improve cardiac function as a prerequisite for surgery.