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Patent foramen ovale
Patent foramen ovale describes a hole in the wall separating the top two chambers of the heart. A hole exists normally here during the development of the baby inside the womb, but it is supposed to close at birth. A hole that remains after birth can cause problems with blood flow through the heart.
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Common
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Chest
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