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I need to get my gallbladder removed, but i have a pfo heart conditon. will it be okay?
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Yes: You should be ok for surgery. I would see your cardiologist before surgery and be sure to notify the anesthesiologist about your condition prior to surgery so that they can monitor your heart closely during and after surgery.
Answered 7/10/2015
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Yes: Pfo is hemodynamically insignificant. You should be fine. Good luck.
Answered 3/29/2013
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Yes: Be sure to remind anesthesiologist to keep air out of the IV line.
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