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How serious is a left to right shunt and what will it take to repair it?
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Depends: On the size and degree of shunting as well as the presence osf associated symptoms such as shortness of breath, arrythmias or neurologic symptoms. An echocardiogram is extremely helpful . See your doctor.
Answered 8/21/2012
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