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Shunt arteries, is this a big operation?
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Depends : Depends on which artery, its size and location, and the reason for the shunt, what is the purpose of the operation. A shunt in the arm for hemodialysis access can be done outpatient facility. A shunt in the chest for cardiac anomaly correction is a major operation to be done in a tertiary hospital facility. Okay to take a friend with you and ask your surgical team all your questions. Be well.
Answered 11/14/2013
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