IJN’s Ventricular Septal Defect Programme has been officially recognised as a JCI Centre of Excellence for demonstrating compliance with the highest international standards, clinical guidelines, and outcomes of care.
This achievement reaffirms our commitment to world-class paediatric and congenital heart care.
At Institut Jantung Negara (IJN), we know that a diagnosis of Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)—one of the most common congenital heart defects—is a difficult time for any family. This condition is caused by an opening in the wall separating the heart’s two pumping chambers (ventricles). This defect creates an abnormal path for blood flow, placing extra strain on our patients’ hearts and lungs.
When families search for the most trusted VSD treatment in Malaysia, they look to us. We are proud to stand as the nation’s premier heart specialist center.
Our commitment to these young patients and adults is reflected in our dedicated Paediatric & Congenital Heart Centre. This specialized focus makes us a leading destination for complex congenital heart care in Malaysia. We provide a full spectrum of care, combining advanced medicine with compassionate support. From newborns requiring initial assessment to adults living successfully with congenital heart disease, our specialists guide and support our patients and their families throughout every stage of their life journey.
High Pressure Source: The Left Ventricle (LV) generates high pressure to pump oxygen-rich blood to the entire body.
The Abnormal Flow: Due to the large pressure difference across the VSD hole, oxygenated blood (represented by the moving dots) is forced from the high-pressure LV into the low-pressure Right Ventricle (RV).
Increased Workload: This shunting means the RV and the blood vessels leading to the lungs are burdened with extra blood volume, forcing the heart and lungs to work harder.
Using advanced imaging and testing, IJN specialists determine the size and severity of the defect to recommend the best treatment plan.
For suitable cases, minimally invasive catheter procedures can close the defect. For more complex cases, IJN’s experienced surgeons perform surgical repair with excellent success rates.
VSD patients receive continuous monitoring and follow-up, supported by a multi-disciplinary team of paediatric cardiologists, surgeons, nurses, and rehabilitation experts.
Our reputation for excellence in Ventricular Septal Defect treatment is built on our world-class expertise, state-of-the-art technology, and a proven track record of successful outcomes. We give families peace of mind, knowing their loved ones receive care that meets international standards without the need for them to travel overseas.
By leading the way in VSD Malaysia management, we continue to set the benchmark in congenital heart care in Malaysia, giving children and adults alike the best possible chance at a healthy, fulfilling life.
