In November 2022, Bipasha Basu and Karan Singh Grover joyfully welcomed their daughter, Devi Basu Singh Grover. However, their journey took a challenging turn as they discovered that Devi was born with a condition called ventricular septal defect, which involves two holes in the heart. Despite the adversity, the couple shared that Devi successfully underwent surgery at just three months old.
In an emotional and candid interaction with actor Neha Dhupia on Instagram Live, Bipasha Basu opened up about the unique and challenging journey she and her husband Karan Singh Grover experienced as parents. Bipasha shared that their path as new parents was far from ordinary, revealing the heart-wrenching news they received on the third day after welcoming their daughter, Devi Basu Singh Grover. Devi was diagnosed with a ventricular septal defect, a condition involving two holes in her heart. Despite the difficulties, Bipasha expressed gratitude for the support she received from fellow mothers who shared similar experiences.
Opening up further about the heart-wrenching situation, Bipasha Basu, visibly moved to tears, delved deeper into the challenging journey they faced. She shared that they were initially unfamiliar with the term “VSD,” which stands for ventricular septal defect, the condition their daughter Devi was born with. During this tumultuous time, Bipasha and Karan were caught in a mix of emotions, both wanting to celebrate their new parenthood while also grappling with the overwhelming news. They chose to keep the situation private, and Bipasha expressed how they navigated a period of numbness and confusion.
Continuing to recount their challenging journey, Bipasha Basu revealed how she and Karan Singh Grover coped with the situation as parents. She acknowledged that the initial five months were marked by difficulties and uncertainties. Despite their own struggles, she marvelled at how remarkable their daughter, Devi, had been right from the start. Bipasha shared that medical experts advised them to closely monitor the situation through monthly scans to determine if the condition might heal naturally. However, due to the severity of the hole, they were advised that surgery was likely the best course of action, ideally when Devi turned three months old. While Bipasha prepared herself mentally for the surgery, she candidly revealed that Karan initially struggled to come to terms with the decision.
“I remember the third month when we went for the scan, I pretty much did all the research, met surgeons, had been to hospitals, spoken to doctors, and I was kind of ready, Karan was not ready. I knew that she had to be okay and I knew that she will be okay. And she is okay now. But the tough decision was to get your child operated at the right place and at the right time.”
Bipasha candidly shared with Neha that Devi underwent a lengthy six-hour surgery, a time of immense anxiety and concern for the parents. Bipasha’s dedication and love for her daughter were evident as she revealed that during this trying period, she went without sleep for an astonishing 40 days and nights. This extraordinary commitment showcased the depth of her maternal care and unwavering support for Devi’s well-being.
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What is Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)?
Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) is a heart condition characterized by a hole in the interventricular septum, the wall that separates the two lower chambers (ventricles) of the heart. This condition is part of a group of heart defects known as congenital heart defects, meaning they are present at birth.
Cardiologist Dr. Pankaj Ramesh Batra, from Batra Hospital and Medical Research Centre, explained that in simple terms, VSD is one of the types of heart defects involving holes. Atrial septal defect (ASD) is a hole in the interatrial septum, while Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) is a defect in the connection between the pulmonary artery and aorta.
Dr. Subhendu Mohanty, an interventional cardiologist at Sharda Hospital, Noida, highlighted that having two holes in the heart is not uncommon and often presents similar symptoms and treatment approaches as a single hole. The condition is primarily genetic in origin, occurring by chance at birth without any specific cause.
Common symptoms of VSD include breathlessness, recurring lung infections, heart failure, and growth issues. Diagnosis is typically made through physical examination and confirmed by an echocardiogram, usually in the first year of life.
Treatment involves initial medical management for stabilization, followed by surgery if necessary. Smaller holes may sometimes close on their own without surgical intervention, and larger holes can often be successfully treated with surgery to fully resolve the condition.
