In some children with ventricular septal defect, the defect will close on its own as the child grows. Medical Treatment If a larger ventricular septal defect is causing symptoms, your child's health care provider may prescribe medication.
Hepatic hydrothorax is defined as a significant pleural effusion (usually greater than 500 ml) in a cirrhotic patient, without an underlying pulmonary or cardiac disease.
Thorax The thorax is the superior part of the trunk between the neck and the abdomen. The term chest is commonly used as a synonym for thorax, but our concept of the chest (upper part of the torso) is much more extensive than the thoracic wall and cavity contained within it.