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What Causes Dizziness After An ASD Repair?

I had an asd repair in Jan 2011. I am a 41 yo female and since yesterday have been having new dizzy spells. A few yesterday, and today quite consistntly since about 2pm MST. I am not ill, bp is normal, breathing normally, nothing odd with me. Just unusually dizzy. I just took a baby asa and plan to call the HeartCenter in the am. Dr. Sherman Sorensen, MD, FACC was my surgeon here in Utah and as he has retired, I am being sent to Dr. Edward Ganellen. I am due as well for my yearly echocardiogram. My question is of concern whether or not I need to go to the ER or you feel my waiting to go to the Heart Center tomorrow is ok. Thanks, Tracy
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Hello , atrial tachycardia are very common in post operative cases of Asd particularly if it's done in later part of life as long term changes in the right heart has already occurred .
The best way to find the same is a Ekg during an episode or a 24 hour holter .
If there is palpitation along with dizziness it's worthwhile going to the ER , if dizziness is alone avoid any unnecessary standing to prevent any fall and a routine evaluation tomorrow is justified.
You may always revert back in any doubts
Regards Dr Priyank Mody
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What Causes Dizziness After An ASD Repair?

Hello , atrial tachycardia are very common in post operative cases of Asd particularly if it s done in later part of life as long term changes in the right heart has already occurred . The best way to find the same is a Ekg during an episode or a 24 hour holter . If there is palpitation along with dizziness it s worthwhile going to the ER , if dizziness is alone avoid any unnecessary standing to prevent any fall and a routine evaluation tomorrow is justified. You may always revert back in any doubts Regards Dr Priyank Mody