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Can a small asd with left to right shunt be dangerous? is shunting bad? does it need repaired if small. also have atrial septal aneurysm

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Dr. Volkan Tuzcu answered

Specializes in Pediatric Cardiology

ASD : If it is small and heart is not enlarged most physicians do not recommend closing an ASD.

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 10/14/2015

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