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Seems like i had atrial septal defect from birth. it was diagnosed in 40 when i already have hypertension and early signs of heart failure. will installing occluder device at this stage make the prognosis better significantly, or it's too late?

Q: seems like i had atrial septal defect from birth. it was diagnosed in 40 when i already have hypertension and early signs of heart failure. will installing occluder device at this stage make the prognosis better significantly, or it's too late?

: I suppose most would want to avoid the stroke risk if the opening is not blocked. The rest of your question should be answered by the heart doctors who know your full case information and tests.

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I suppose most would want to avoid the stroke risk if the opening is not blocked. The rest of your question should be answered by the heart doctors who know your full case information and tests.

Answered 2/28/2023

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A member asked:

Seems like i had atrial septal defect from birth. it was diagnosed in 40 when i already have hypertension and early signs of heart failure. will installing occluder device at this stage make the prognosis better significantly, or it's too late?

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