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What to do about congenital heart defect?
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Broad category: This label applies to some problems that self correct and some that need heart surgery. The specifics are defined by the defect. Have an evaluation done by the most qualifies source available. Once the information is in, a plan can be formulated.
Answered 12/28/2013
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Be more specific: There are many different types of congenital heart defects. In all cases, management is best supervised by a pediatric cardiologist in partnership with the primary care physician.
Answered 10/2/2015
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