Diagnosis of acyanotic congenital heart defects often involves multiple steps and can be initiated based on clinical symptoms such as a heart murmur or poor growth. Diagnostic tools include:
Echocardiogram: An ultrasound of the heart that provides detailed images of its structure and function. Electrocardiogram (ECG): Measures the electrical activity of the heart to detect abnormalities. Chest X-ray: Helps visualize the size and shape of the heart and lungs. Cardiac Catheterization: An invasive procedure used to directly measure pressures within the heart and to obtain images of the coronary arteries.
