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What surgery would an 18 year old with severe heart issues and a weak heart need? he's had two heart attacks. i know he's gonna have a surgery soon
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Not enough informati: We can not answer your question as it is too vague and there is not enough information to comment.He should be under care of a cardiologist and you should find out the diagnosis and what is the recommended treatment for that.
Answered 10/1/2013
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