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The Ventricular Septum is a wall that divides the left and right side of the heart.
The Ventricular Septum is a wall that divides the left and right side of the heart. It separates the bottom two chambers of the heart, called the ventricles.Some health conditions that affect the ventricular septum include: Ventricular septal defect (VSD) which is a hole in the wall between the two ventricles. And Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, where the septum thickens over time causing the heart to notpump as well as it should. Want to know more about the ventricular septum? Talk with your care team. They are here to help.This program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.© The Wellness Network
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