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.
Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) is a diuretic approved for controlling high blood pressure and reducing water retention (edema). Clinical studies have shown that this medicine can significantly lower both systolic and diastolic blood pressure.