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Can Skydiving Be Performed If Suffering From Interventricular Septal Defect?
I have a 3mm interventricular septal defect. I have no restrictions because of it. I have, however, had periods of chest pain when I'm stressed and get light headed spells sometimes. My average sitting blood pressure is 15-115 / 60-66. I'm a 25 year old female in good shape. The question: am I physically okay to skydive? (Emotionally is a whole separate issue.)
Thu, 25 Sep 2014
Dear Madam
Thanks for your query.
Normally a 3 mm VSD is considered to be small VSD and no consequences are expected out of it. It is considered hemodynamically insignificant. Such VSDs are not likely to cause any interference in physical activity. However It is highly advisable to take a clearance from your physician for any activity which is likely to impose significant physical stress.
sincerely
Sukhvinder
Thanks for your query.
Normally a 3 mm VSD is considered to be small VSD and no consequences are expected out of it. It is considered hemodynamically insignificant. Such VSDs are not likely to cause any interference in physical activity. However It is highly advisable to take a clearance from your physician for any activity which is likely to impose significant physical stress.
sincerely
Sukhvinder
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